Bench Press - Close Grip (Barbell)

Bench Press - Close Grip (Barbell)

strength / isolation

Beginner

Get Started With Bench Press - Close Grip (Barbell)


  • 1

    Lie on your back on a bench with knees bent and feet placed on the ground.

  • 2

    Hold the barbell with elbows at your sides, elbows bent close (almost 45 degrees), and hands close to chest width.

  • 3

    Slowly lift the barbell towards the ceiling by straightening the elbows until your elbows are fully extended/straight.

  • 4

    Return to the starting position and repeat.

Primary
Secondary
ShouldersChestTriceps

Equipment


CAP Barbell 60-Inch Solid Standard Bar, Multiple Colors
CAP Barbell 60-Inch Solid Standard Bar, Multiple Colors
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Fitness Reality Olympic Weight Tree/Plate Rack/Bar Holders/Chrome Storage Posts, 1000 lb
Fitness Reality Olympic Weight Tree/Plate Rack/Bar Holders/Chrome Storage Posts, 1000 lb
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BalanceFrom Cast Iron Olympic 2-Inch Weight Plate, Single or Pair
BalanceFrom Cast Iron Olympic 2-Inch Weight Plate, Single or Pair
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Synergee Games 15kg and 20kg Colored Cerakote Barbells. Rated 1500lbs for Weightlifting, Powerlifting and Crossfit. Black, Red, Grey, Pink
Synergee Games 15kg and 20kg Colored Cerakote Barbells. Rated 1500lbs for Weightlifting, Powerlifting and Crossfit. Black, Red, Grey, Pink
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