Barbell Close-Grip Bench Press
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Equipment
The barbell close-grip bench press targets the triceps while also engaging the chest and shoulders. It enhances upper body strength and improves pressing power. By using a narrower grip, the exercise emphasizes elbow extension and triceps activation.
How to do it
- Lie on a bench with feet flat on the floor, grip the barbell with hands shoulder-width apart.
- Unrack the barbell and position it directly above your chest with arms extended.
- Lower the barbell slowly to your chest while keeping elbows close to your body.
- Press the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions while maintaining control.
Muscles worked
Primary Triceps Brachii
Secondary Deltoid Anterior Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
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