Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin
How to do the Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
How to program the Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin
Sets and reps
As an isolation movement, the Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin is best trained with moderate loads and higher reps: 2–4 sets of 10–15 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest. Chasing heavy weight on isolation work usually degrades form before it builds muscle — prioritize a full range of motion and a controlled negative. Program it after your compound lifts.
Progression
The Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin is rated intermediate. Earn the right to progress: only add load when every rep of every set moves with consistent technique. Video your sets or use a mirror to check positions, and use double progression (add reps to the top of your range, then add load and reset) rather than jumping weight.
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin work?
The Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin primarily targets the Triceps.
What equipment do I need for the Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin?
You need E-Z Curl Bar. Difficulty level: Intermediate.
How many sets and reps of the Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin should I do?
Do 2–4 sets of 10–15 reps with 60–90 seconds rest, focusing on a full range of motion and controlled tempo rather than maximum load.
