Close Grip for Triceps

Close grip bench press is a phenomenal exercise to blast the triceps.
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Unfortunately, we hear it mispronounced and improperly performed quite often.
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First, this exercise is called “Close Grip” not “Closed Grip.” Closed insinuates there would be no space between the hands. This is the first mistake people make and can result in an injury to the wrist.
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The second mistake is allowing the elbows to flare out too wide, which would engage the pecs more and the triceps less.
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To perform a “Close Grip Bench” properly:
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1. Lie on the bench with your feet flat on the floor and grip the barbell with your hands about shoulder-width apart.
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2. Brace your core and squeeze your shoulder blades together to stabilise your body.
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3. Lower the bar, keeping your elbows close to your sides to emphasise your triceps, but not so close that your arms rub against your body.
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4. Press up and repeat.
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Feel the burn in the triceps and there should be no discomfort in the wrists , elbows or shoulders.
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