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barbell reverse close-grip bench press
Target

triceps

Equipment

barbell

barbell reverse close-grip bench press

upper arms

How to Perform the barbell reverse close-grip bench press

1

Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench.

2

Grasp the barbell with a reverse grip, hands shoulder-width apart.

3

Lift the barbell off the rack and hold it directly above your chest with your arms fully extended.

4

Slowly lower the barbell down towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.

5

Pause for a moment when the barbell is just above your chest.

6

Push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.

7

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

chestshoulders