Guillotine Press

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Sets

Reps

Barbell

Equipment

7.00

Cal/min

🎯 Muscles Worked

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Primary

upper chest

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Secondary

triceps

Lie on a flat bench, grip the bar wider than a standard bench press.

Lower the bar toward your neck/upper chest rather than mid-chest.

Keep elbows flared out to the sides more than a standard press.

Press back up carefully, avoiding a fast bounce at the bottom.

Use lighter weight than your normal bench — this variation stresses the shoulders more, go carefully.

What muscles does Guillotine Press work?

Guillotine Press primarily targets the upper chest, with the triceps working as secondary muscles.

How many sets and reps of Guillotine Press should I do?

A typical starting point is 4 sets of 10 reps, adjusted based on your goal and experience level.

What equipment do I need for Guillotine Press?

Guillotine Press requires a barbell.

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