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Bench Press (Close-Grip) - Barbell

Equipment:Barbell
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Triceps

Secondary

Chest, Shoulders

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Lie flat on bench, feet on floor.

  2. 2

    Grip bar with close grip (hands shoulder-width or slightly closer).

  3. 3

    Unrack bar, hold over chest, arms extended.

  4. 4

    Inhale, slowly lower bar towards lower chest/upper abs.

  5. 5

    Keep elbows tucked close to body.

  6. 6

    Pause briefly.

  7. 7

    Exhale, press bar back up using triceps.

  8. 8

    Repeat. Use spotter.