Review:
Close Grip Bench Press
overall review score: 4.7
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The close-grip bench press is a variation of the traditional bench press exercise that involves gripping the barbell closer together, typically shoulder-width apart. This targets the triceps muscles more intensely compared to a standard grip bench press.
Key Features
- Targets triceps muscles
- Increases tricep strength
- Improves lockout strength
- Engages chest and shoulder muscles as secondary muscles
Pros
- Effective for building triceps strength
- Helps improve lockout strength for pressing movements
- Provides variation to traditional bench press routine
Cons
- May put additional strain on wrist joints if not performed with proper form
- Can be challenging for beginners to master grip width