Close-Grip Bench Press
Primary muscle
Triceps
Also works
Chest, Shoulders
Pattern
Horizontal Push
Equipment
Barbell, Power Rack, Bench
Level
Beginner / Intermediate
Coaching cues
Grip about shoulder-width, hands just inside your shoulders. Tuck your elbows and lower to the lower chest, then press. The longer range and elbow tuck bias the triceps. Don't go so narrow your wrists hurt — shoulder-width is plenty.
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