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I'm thinking of trying the good old close grip bench press (never nave, so far), to supplement the standard bench press.

Just wondering what kind of angle your forearms should be at, when the bar is as low as it goes. Or, alternatively, what angle they might start at.

I know there's a bunch of different ways to do any given lift, but I prefer to do things "right", if possible. The most effective way, for example.

edit: Also, any other advice is welcome. :)
 
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I would hazard a guess that it depends entirely WHY you're doing it
To increase your bench? Use the form that allows you to shift the most weight
I would imagine that benching to increase tricep mass would get benefit from slightly different form

I'd just bench in the safest way possible though, which is identical to regular powerlifting bench form just with a closer grip. I think you'd get more out of thinking how you're going to increase your CGBP rather than what form or variation you're going to use
 
If you're trying to lift the most weight id tuck my elbows into my sides more or less but if you're wanting to increase tricep size / and or chase the pump then ld flare my elbows out. Still have a tight back and retract your scapula to protect your shoulders as much as you can.
 
Yeah, to supplement (or support, really) the flat bench.

It's just that I heard it's best to have your forearms pointing straight up when the bar's at chest height, for regular bench, and was wondering if there was any guideline like that for the CG variant.

If not, doesn't matter - I'll just have at it, and see what I can get away with. :)

Cheers.
 
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