Close-Hands Pushup
Close-Hands Pushup builds upper body strength. This exercise targets muscle groups like the anterior deltoids in your shoulders, your pectoral chest muscles, and triceps muscles—specifically the triceps brachii.
INTERMEDIATE
Close-Grip Barbell Bench Press
Close-Grip Barbell Bench Press is an upper-body compound exercise that targets the triceps muscles - chest and shoulders are also involved. With proper form, the close grip bench press can put less strain on your shoulder joints and encourage hypertrophy, or muscle growth, in your arms.
Instructions
- Grab the barbell with an overhand grip 6 to 12 inches apart and hold it above your sternum with your arms fully extended.
- Slowly lower the bar to your chest and be sure that your elbows are at your sides and your shoulders form a 45-degree angle with your body. Pause, then press the bar straight down and return to the starting position.
Tips
- Don't put your hands too close. Hands should be at least 6 inches apart.
- Remember to wrap your thumbs around the bar to ensure safety.
- Don't bounce the bar off your chest. Move the bar in a controlled manner.
- Keep your hips on the bench throughout the movement.
Alternative Exercises
Barbell Bench Press
Barbell Bench Press is an upper-body pressure exercise that builds muscles size and strengthens your body. This can be a great exercise that helps to increase upper body strength, improve muscular endurance, and even prepare your upper body to do movements...
Smith Machine Bench Press
Smith Machine Bench Press is one of the most effective compound movements for upper body workouts that target the chest, triceps, and shoulders.
Spotted an error or missing detail?
Report it here
so we can improve this exercise.
Author
We use cookies to improve your experience on our site. By using our site, you agree to our
cookie policy.