EZ-bar Close Grip Bench Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- EZ Barbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Close Grip Bench Press, EZ Bar Triceps Press
How to: EZ-bar Close Grip Bench Press
- Lie down on a bench and grasp the EZ bar with a close grip.
- Lower the barbell to your chest while keeping your elbows close to your sides.
- Push the bar back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Flaring out the elbows during the press.
- Using too much weight and sacrificing form.
- Lifting the feet off the ground.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to maintain form.
- Perform the exercise with dumbbells instead for a greater range of motion.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body to effectively target the triceps.
- Ensure your grip is comfortable - avoid excessive strain on the wrists.
- Lower the barbell in a controlled manner to prevent injury.
EZ-bar Close Grip Bench Press Alternatives
Tags
triceps
upper arms
strength
bench press
compound exercise
EZ bar