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Close-Grip Incline Bench Press demonstration

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Strength / Barbell

Close-Grip Incline Bench Press

An incline bench press with a close grip targeting the triceps and upper chest.

Equipment

Barbell

Experience

intermediate

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Front Delts · Chest

Instructions

  1. 01

    Set bench to an incline. Grip the barbell with hands shoulder-width or closer.

  2. 02

    Lower the bar to your upper chest.

  3. 03

    Press back up.

  4. 04

    Repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.