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Bench Press - Close Grip (Barbell)
strength / isolation
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.
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