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Barbell Close Grip Bench Press

Pectoralis MajorbarbellMuscleWiki

Coaching Tips

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    Keep elbows tucked

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    Press in a straight line

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    Control the descent

Common Mistakes to Avoid

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    Flaring elbows

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    Bouncing the bar off the chest

Muscles Targeted

Primary
Secondary
Stabilizers
Pectoralis MajorTriceps
Primary: Pectoralis Major
Secondary: Triceps

Quick Info

Type
Compound

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