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Arms

Close-Grip Bench Press

StrengthIntermediate

Form

Hands shoulder-width apart and elbows tucked. Lower to your lower chest.

Muscles worked

Main
Triceps
Also works
Chest, Shoulders

Equipment

Barbell, Adjustable bench

Joint care

Puts more demand on: shoulder, wrist, elbow. If it bothers you there, Pulsiko swaps it for a gentler alternative in your plan.

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Close-Grip Bench Press: video, form and muscles worked · Pulsiko