Close Grip Bench Press

Primary Muscle :Triceps

Secondary Muscles:Chest, Shoulders

Equipment:Flat Bench, Barbell

Movement type:Compound

Execution:

Lie down on a flat bench and grip the bar anywhere from just inside shoulder width to 8 inches apart. With your feet, butt and shoulders firmly planted on the bench, un-rack the bar. control the weight and lower the bar until it touches the middle of your chest. Pause briefly at the bottom and then drive the weight back up to the starting position. try to keep your elbows close to your sides during the movement as this will save elbow and shoulder problems.

Starting Position



Finishing Position



Exercise Video

Close Grip Bench Press

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Close Grip Bench Press