Track upper-body pressing strength in the FitnessTracker app with this classic triceps-builder. The close grip encourages stronger lockouts and arm development.
Instructions
- Lie on a bench and grip the bar with hands shoulder-width apart.
- Unrack the bar and hold it above your chest with arms extended.
- Lower the bar slowly to your mid-chest, keeping elbows tucked.
- Press the bar up using your triceps until arms are locked out.
- Repeat for the desired reps, then re-rack the bar safely.
Related Muscle Groups
- Triceps
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