Barbell Decline Close Grip to Skull Press
Description
The barbell decline close grip to skull press is a JM press hybrid done on a decline bench. The lifter combines a close grip bench press with a partial skullcrusher pattern. The decline angle and JM groove load the triceps in a strong powerlifting builder.
Equipment Required
Barbell Decline Close Grip to Skull Press Instructions
- Set up a decline bench and load a barbell on the rack.
- Lie back on the decline bench and grip the bar shoulder width.
- Unrack the bar and hold it over the lower chest with arms locked.
- Lower the bar down toward the upper chest by bending the elbows.
- Tuck the elbows in tight as the bar comes down.
- Stop the bar just above the chest and pause briefly.
- Press the bar back up to lockout by extending the elbows hard.
- Squeeze the triceps at the top.
Barbell Decline Close Grip to Skull Press Form & Visual
Barbell Decline Close Grip to Skull Press Benefits
- Strong tricep builder
- Trains the JM press groove
- Useful for bench lockout
- Strong powerlifting move
- Builds tricep mass
- Trains the close grip pattern
Barbell Decline Close Grip to Skull Press Muscles Worked
- Triceps brachii
- Pectoralis major
- Anterior deltoid
Barbell Decline Close Grip to Skull Press Variations & Alternatives
- JM Press
- Close Grip Bench Press
- Skullcrusher
- Tate Press
