To hold a chest press, you must use a specific grip. According to the reference, grab the bar at 1.5 times your shoulder width.
Grip Width and Target Muscles
- Wider Grip: A wider grip will target the chest muscles more.
- Closer Grip: A closer grip will target the triceps more.
How to Grip the Bar
The reference suggests you must squeeze the bar.
| Grip Width | Muscle Target |
|---|---|
| 1.5x shoulder width | Balanced |
| Wider | Chest |
| Closer | Triceps |
Additional Notes
- It's important to ensure your grip is even to avoid any imbalances.
- Squeezing the bar ensures you have a firm hold throughout the movement.
