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Close-Grip Bench Press

How to do it with good form, the muscles it works and what you need.

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Main muscle
Triceps
Also works
Front Delt, Chest
Equipment
Barbell & plates, squat rack or power cage, bench

How to do it

  1. Lie on the bench and grip the bar about shoulder-width apart.
  2. Lower it to your lower chest, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
  3. Press it back up until your arms are straight.

Common mistakes

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