Close-Grip Bench for Stronger Triceps and a Big Bench
The triceps are a main key muscle for a big bench press. The pecs, shoulders, upper back, and technique all matter, but the triceps are essential through the entire range of motion. They help control the bar, push the press, and drive the lift toward lockout. For that reason, tremendous triceps training can be done with nothing more than a bench, a barbell, and smart grip changes.
