EZ-bar Close-Grip Bench Press (female)

EZ-bar Close-Grip Bench Press demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie on a flat bench holding an EZ bar above you with a close grip, keep your arms fully extended.
  • 2Lower the bar towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
  • 3Push the bar back to the starting position, extending your arms fully.
  • 4Ensure that the bar moves in a vertical line up and down for efficient muscle engagement.
  • 5Repeat the movement for the desired number of sets and repetitions.

Tips:

  • Keep your back flat on the bench throughout the exercise.
  • Do not let your elbows flare out as you press the bar.
  • Focus on contracting the triceps as you push the bar upwards.
  • Avoid locking your elbows at the top of the movement for a continuous tension on the triceps.

EZ-bar Close-Grip Bench Press Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs