Equipmentbarbell
Difficultyintermediate
tricepsupper arms
Barbell Incline Close Grip Bench Press
The barbell incline close grip bench press is a compound upper body exercise that primarily targets the triceps, with secondary emphasis on the chest and shoulders. It is performed on an incline bench using a barbell with a close grip to maximize triceps activation.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
- 2.Lie down on the bench with your feet flat on the ground.
- 3.Grasp the barbell with a close grip, slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
- 4.Unrack the barbell and lower it slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- 5.Pause for a moment when the barbell touches your chest.
- 6.Push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
- 7.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
chestshoulders
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