The Close Grip Bench Press or Narrow Grip Bench Press is a popular variation on the classic Bench Press that focuses on developing the triceps more than the chest. To perform the Close Grip Bench
Close Grip Bench Press
Muscle Groups Involved
- Triceps - Primary
- Chest/Pecs - Inner - Primary
- Delts - Front - Primary
Category
Barbell
Highlights
- Brace shoulders down and back (push arm pits to hips) before unracking the bar.
- Press through the heel of your palm on the bar to get a good activation.
- Do not arch your back excessively.
- The bar should touch your body at the bottom of or below your sternum.
- Keep forearms vertical throughout the entire movement.
Description
Common Mistakes
Do not bounce the bar off your chest. Do not flare your elbows out the side
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Pro Tips
Press through the outer part of the heel of your hand to increase triceps a
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Purpose
The Close Grip Bench Press is a great choice to strengthen your triceps and
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Form
The bar should touch at the bottom or below your sternum with your forearms
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Additional Names
Narrow Grip Bench Press