CLOSE GRIP BENCH PRESS

Exercise Execution:

  • Set up for the close grip chest press by adjusting the rack height (if adjustable) and loading the weight you want to use on the barbell.
  • Lay back on the bench with your feet firmly on the floor.
  • Grip the bar with an overhand grip (palms facing your feet) with your hands around torso width apart.
  • Take the barbell off the rack and hold it straight above your chest. Bend the elbows slightly to take the weight onto your chest/triceps.
  • Slowly lower the bar to your middle chest.
  • Pause, then slowly push the bar back to the starting position. Don't lock your elbows out!

Potential Alternative Exercises:

CLOSE GRIP PRESSUPS

DUMBBELL OVERHEAD EXTENSION

TRICEP PUSHDOWN MACHINE

TRICEP KICKBACK

DUMBBELL SKULL CRUSHER