Dumbbell Close Grip Press
Learn how to do the Dumbbell Close Grip Press with proper form and technique. This dumbbell exercise primarily targets your Triceps, with secondary emphasis on Chest, Shoulders.
How to Do the Dumbbell Close Grip Press
Follow these steps to perform the Dumbbell Close Grip Press with correct form:
- 1Sit on a flat bench with a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs.
- 2Using your thighs to help raise the dumbbells, lift the dumbbells one at a time so that you can hold them in front of you at shoulder width.
- 3Once at shoulder width, rotate your wrists forward so that the palms of your hands are facing away from you. This will be your starting position.
- 4As you breathe in, slowly lower the dumbbells to your side until they are about level with your chest.
- 5As you exhale, use your triceps to lift the dumbbells back to the starting position. Make sure to use only your triceps and do not use your forearms or biceps to help lift the dumbbells.
- 6After a second pause at the contracted position, repeat the movement for the prescribed amount of repetitions.
Dumbbell Close Grip Press Muscles Worked
Primary
Secondary
Exercise Details
- Equipment
- dumbbell
- Body Part
- upper arms
- Category
- Main
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Close Grip Press work?
The Dumbbell Close Grip Press primarily targets your Triceps. Secondary muscles worked include Chest, Shoulders. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your upper arms.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Close Grip Press?
The Dumbbell Close Grip Press requires dumbbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.
How do I perform the Dumbbell Close Grip Press with proper form?
Start by sit on a flat bench with a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs.. Using your thighs to help raise the dumbbells, lift the dumbbells one at a time so that you can hold them in front of you at shoulder width. Once at shoulder width, rotate your wrists forward so that the palms of your hands are facing away from you. This will be your starting position. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.
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