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Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin

Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin is an intermediate isolation barbell exercise that mainly works your triceps.

💪 Triceps🏋️ Barbell📈 Intermediate🔗 Isolation🎯 3 sets of 10-15 reps
Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin: starting position
Starting position
Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin: end position
End position

How to do the lying close-grip barbell triceps press to chin

  1. While holding a barbell or EZ Curl bar with a pronated grip (palms facing forward), lie on your back on a flat bench with your head off the end of the bench. Tip: If you are holding a barbell grab it using a shoulder-width grip and if you are using an E-Z Bar grab it on the inner handles.
  2. Extend your arms in front of you as you hold the barbell over your chest. The arms should be perpendicular to your torso (90-degree angle). This will be your starting position.
  3. As you inhale, lower the bar in a semi-circular motion by bending at the elbows and while keeping the upper arm stationary and elbows in. Keep lowering the bar until it lightly touches your chin.
  4. As you exhale bring the bar back up to the starting position by pushing the bar up in a semi-circular motion. Contract the triceps hard at the top of the movement for a second. Tip: Again, only the forearms should move. The upper arms should remain stationary at all times.
  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary: Triceps

Sets and reps

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

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Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin alternatives

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FAQ

What muscles does the lying close-grip barbell triceps press to chin work?

It mainly works your triceps.

How many sets and reps of lying close-grip barbell triceps press to chin should I do?

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

Is the lying close-grip barbell triceps press to chin good for beginners?

It suits lifters with some experience. Beginners can start with a lighter weight or one of the alternatives below.

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