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barbell reverse close-grip bench press
barbell reverse close-grip bench press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench.
Step 2. Grasp the barbell with a reverse grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
Step 3. Lift the barbell off the rack and hold it directly above your chest with your arms fully extended.
Step 4. Slowly lower the barbell down towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
Step 5. Pause for a moment when the barbell is just above your chest.
Step 6. Push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
triceps
Secondary muscles
chestshoulders
Primary body parts
triceps
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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