The close-grip bench press is a bench press, so the main focus will be on the chest muscles. Thanks to the narrower grip, there is an increased recruitment of the triceps, which is why you'd want ...

How to do it: Sit at a lat pulldown machine with palms facing you. Pull the bar toward your upper chest. How to do it: Sit on ...

However, from a safety perspective, the close grip bench press takes the upper hand. Note: In case you already have some shoulder issues, strictly avoid parallel bar dips.

How to Do a Bench Press The bench press strengthens the upper body, boosts muscle mass, improves bone density, burns calories, enhances mood and sleep, and supports long-term weight management.

The reverse grip bench press is performed with a wider, supinated, thumbs-out grip and has more horizontal travel than a standard bench press. Be sure to use a spotter or safety pins set to the ...

The strongest, smartest lifters don't bench-press with their upper arms 90 degrees from their sides. They tuck their elbows in on the descent to get more power and reduce the risk of shoulder injury.

Lower to Your Ribcage Eb says: Conventional bench presses have you lowering the bar to your lower chest, and you may be tempted to try to do that with the close-grip press. Don't.

These 8 Exercises Will Help You Master the Bench Press From planks to squats, you'll strengthen all the necessary muscles by Danielle Zickl Published: Nov 03, 2017 3:16 PM EDT Save Article ...

One exercise that recruits the triceps in a big way is the close grip bench press. Here are some tips to perform this exercise: 1. Lie on your back, placing your hands out directly above your ...