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Ez-Bar Close-Grip Bench Press

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

Target · tricepsEquipment · ez barbellCategory · upper arms

Technique

How to perform it

  1. Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench.
  2. Grasp the ez barbell with a close grip, hands shoulder-width apart, palms facing forward.
  3. Lift the barbell off the rack and hold it directly above your chest with your arms fully extended.
  4. Slowly lower the barbell 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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