Equipmentbarbell
Difficultyintermediate
tricepsupper arms
Barbell Close-Grip Bench Press
The barbell close-grip bench press is a compound exercise primarily targeting the triceps, with secondary emphasis on the chest and shoulders. It is performed by lying on a bench, gripping the barbell with a close grip, and pressing the weight up and down while keeping the elbows close to the body.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench.
- 2.Grasp the barbell with a close grip, slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
- 3.Unrack the barbell and lower it slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- 4.Pause for a moment when the barbell touches your chest.
- 5.Push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
- 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
chestshoulders
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