As it is right now, on chest day I do flat bench, incline db, incline db fly, and dips. I am just starting out and I want to know if I should include decline bench and what the benefits would be. Currently I lift 135 for flat bench, 40 incline db, 20 incline fly and body weight dips. Thanks in advance for the responses.
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Thread: Is decline necessary?
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02-25-2009, 01:56 PM #1Registered User
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Is decline necessary?
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02-25-2009, 01:59 PM #2Dave Man Job Good
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at your level I don't think you should worry to much about decline bb/db pressing...
Especially if your already doing dips your chest should develop just fine right now.. later on it may be something worth adding however.NJ CREW - 908/973
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02-25-2009, 02:24 PM #3The BACKMAN
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Your routine duplicates the effect of decline nicely.
Bodybuilding is 60% training and 50% diet. Yes that adds up to 110%, because that's what you should be giving it. Change the inside, and the physique will follow.
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02-25-2009, 03:28 PM #4
I've never done decline and id say my lower chest is my best area
Flat , incline, and flys for the win
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02-25-2009, 03:42 PM #5
X2....Especially with the dips...I don't see a problem at all.Originally Posted by DJAuto
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02-25-2009, 04:51 PM #6Registered User
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give it a shot and see how you like it.Originally Posted by chaz723
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02-25-2009, 06:41 PM #7Registered User
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Declines have done nothing for me in the past and do not see them doing anything in the future.
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02-25-2009, 08:08 PM #8Registered Camel Eater
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I've gotten great gains from incline/flat - I don't see decline neccessary at all (and don't particularly like it).
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02-25-2009, 09:49 PM #9pop lock n' drop it
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Decline bench presses are a virtually useless exercise. Dips are superior in every way. Dips involve more muscle mass, more coordination, and a more complete range of motion.
Dips ftw."If your gym makes a lot of money selling gloves, you have another reason to look for a different gym. And if you insist on using them, make sure they match your purse." - 2nd Edition Starting Strength Basic Barbell Training by Mark Rippetoe & Lon Kilgore
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02-25-2009, 09:53 PM #10Registered User
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The opinion is going to vary. I personally think its pointless if you are doing both flat and incline...
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