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Triceps

Barbell Incline Close Grip Bench Press

A barbell movement targeting the triceps. Follow the steps below and keep every repetition controlled.

Target · tricepsEquipment · barbellCategory · upper arms

Technique

How to perform it

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

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