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Exercise: Close Grip Bench Press
Main Muscle Worked: Triceps
Other Muscles Worked: Chest
Equipment: Barbell
Type of Exercise: Compound
Welcome to the full guide on how to perform Close Grip Bench Press from Built Fit. Below you will learn how to perfect your form and technique for this exercise. Be sure to read the information on how to start and perform the exercise and then view the images and video to see it in action. Built Fit stresses the importance on perfecting the form of Close Grip Bench Press before you begin adding additional weight.
This is essentially like flat bench press except your arms are narrower to work mainly your triceps.
Starting Position: Lie on a flat bench with your feet firmly planted on the ground. Your arms should be on the bar about 8-12 inches apart.
Performing the Exercise: Lower the bar slowly to your chest and explode the weight up. Keep your elbows in as you perform the lift.
What not to do
- Do not bounce the bar off your chest
- Do not lift your feet up from the ground
Tips
- Keep your bottom on the bench (do not lift it)
- Use a controlled motion when lifting the weight. Keep the bar balanced
- Make sure you do a full rep going all the way to your chest
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