8 UPPER BODY BARBELL EXERCISES FOR MASS AND STRENGTH

Barbell bench press: Targets chest, triceps, and shoulders. Use a spotter for safety.

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Barbell row: Targets back muscles, including lats and traps. Keep your back straight and pull the bar towards your chest.

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Barbell overhead press: Targets shoulders and triceps. Keep your core tight and press the bar straight up.

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Barbell curl: Targets biceps. Keep your elbows close to your body and curl the bar towards your chest.

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Barbell skull crusher: Targets triceps. Keep your elbows stationary and lower the bar towards your forehead.

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Barbell shrug: Targets traps. Lift the bar straight up towards your ears and hold for a second before lowering.

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Barbell pullover: Targets chest and back muscles. Keep your arms straight and lower the bar behind your head.

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