EXERCISE: Close Grip Bench Press - A Tricep Exercise Worth Its Weight in Gold

How good of a tricep exercise is a close grip bench press?

Hey there, friend!

When it comes to tricep exercises, the close grip bench press is one of the best of the best. It's a compound exercise that works ALL THREE HEADS of the triceps, and it's also relatively easy to learn and perform.

But just how good is the close grip bench press for your triceps?

In a word, excellent.

The close grip bench press shifts the focus of the bench press from the chest to the triceps. This is because the closer your grip is on the bar, the more your triceps are ENGAGED.

Another reason why the close grip bench press is so good for your triceps is that it allows you to LIFT more weight than you could with a wider grip. This is because the triceps are a stronger muscle group than the chest.

Here are some of the benefits of doing close grip bench presses:

• Increased tricep size and strength: As mentioned above, the close grip bench press is a great way to build bigger and stronger triceps.
• Improved bench press performance: The triceps play a major role in the bench press, so getting stronger triceps will lead to a stronger bench press.
• Reduced risk of injury: The close grip bench press is a relatively safe exercise, especially when compared to other tricep exercises, such as overhead tricep extensions.

How to do a close grip bench press:

1. Lie on a flat bench with your feet flat on the floor and your back arched.
2. Grip the bar with your hands slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
3. Unrack the bar and hold it directly over your chest with your arms extended.
4. Inhale and slowly lower the bar to your lower chest, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
5. Exhale and press the bar back up to the starting position.

Tips for getting the most out of your close grip bench presses:

• Use a weight that is challenging but allows you to maintain good form.
• Keep your elbows close to your sides throughout the entire movement.
• Make sure to squeeze your triceps at the top of each rep.
• Don't bounce the bar off your chest at the bottom of each rep.

If you're looking for a good tricep workout routine, here's one I recommend:

• Close grip bench press: 3 sets of 8-12 reps
• Overhead tricep extensions: 3 sets of 10-15 reps
• Tricep pushdowns: 3 sets of 12-15 reps

You can do this workout 2-3 times per week.

Thought-provoking questions:

• What are your favorite tricep exercises?
• How often do you incorporate close grip bench presses into your workout routine?
• What are some of the challenges you face when doing close grip bench presses?
• How do you overcome these challenges?

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Faithfully Yours, Gary

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