How much do you bench? Depends if you are doing the traditional bench press or the close grip bench press. Yes, although it sounds like a minor detail, there are some differences you should know that might make you want to add the close grip bench press variation into your training routine.

The close grip bench press is a compound exercise where you lay on a flat bench and you lift a barbell, pressing upwards, although you change the positioning of your grip on the barbell.

After reading this article you should know everything you need to regarding the close grip bench press, such as: • How to do the close grip bench press • Mistakes to avoid • Difference between the close grip bench press and the traditional • Muscles worked • Reps and weights you should be doing

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