Close-Grip Dumbbell Bench Press
Upper armsStrengthIntermediateDumbbells
A dumbbell bench press with dumbbells held together to increase triceps involvement.
How to do it
- Lie on a flat bench and hold two dumbbells together over your chest.
- Lower them to your chest keeping elbows close.
- Press back up.
- Repeat.
Tips
- Press the dumbbells together throughout the movement.
- Keep elbows tucked.
Muscles
Primary: Triceps
Secondary: Front deltoid, Chest
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