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Bench Press, Close Grip

 
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Classification
Type basic
Mechanics compound
Direction push
Equipment barbell
Additional Equipment flat bench / bench press station
x Rate Bench Press, Close Grip
 

Itīs an effective exercise.
 


Itīs a practicable exercise.
 


Itīs an often applied exercise.
 

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Instructions

Preparation

Lie supine on flat bench. Grasp barbell with shoulderwide overhand grip. Dismount barbell and hold it above chest.

Execution

Lower barbell to costal arch. Keep elbows close to body. Return, keep arms slightly flexed. Repeat.

Variations / Comments

Keep upper arms close to torso.

Barbell Bench Press, Close Grip Starting Position Starting Position
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Barbell Bench Press, Close Grip Ending Position Ending Position

Muscles

Target Triceps Brachii
Synergist Deltoid, Anterior | | Major, Sternal | Pectoralis Major, Clavicular
Stabilizers Biceps Brachii
Barbell Bench Press, Close Grip Muscles Front
Front
Barbell Bench Press, Close Grip Muscles Rear
Rear
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