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Barbell Incline Close Grip Bench Press

Barbell Incline Close Grip Bench Press demonstration

How to do it

  1. 1The barbell incline close grip bench press is a compound upper body exercise that primarily targets the triceps, with secondary emphasis on the chest and shoulders.

Coaching cues

  • Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
  • Lie down on the bench with your feet flat on the ground.
  • Grasp the barbell with a close grip, slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
  • Unrack the barbell and lower it slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
  • Pause for a moment when the barbell touches your chest.
  • Push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
  • Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Equipment

barbell
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