Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin

Lying Close-Grip Barbell Triceps Press To Chin is a resistance exercise - triceps elbow extension exercise involving Triceps brachii. Use these steps to learn the movement and work with your coach to choose a suitable level.

Last updated: 2026-10-31 · DynPerformance

Primary muscles: Triceps brachii
Secondary muscles: Anconeus, Deltoid (stabilization), Serratus anterior, Forearm muscles
Exercise type: Resistance exercise - triceps elbow extension

Exercise technique

Bar
Use a narrow overhand grip on a straight or EZ bar.
Bench
Lie face up with your neck neutrally supported.
Vertical arms
Hold the bar above your chest.
Elbow bend
Keep upper arms fixed as you bring the bar toward your chin.
Bottom pause
Stop at a controlled distance without touching your face.
Extend
Use your triceps to raise the bar again.
Repeat
Lower slowly while preserving the same facial clearance.

Key technique points

Do not aim for physical chin contact.
Do not move upper arms as in a chest press.
Use a light load for bar control.
Keep elbows narrow and comfortable.
Do not let wrists fall backward.
Do not reach your head beneath the bar.

Common mistakes

Chin impact

The path near the face is not safely decelerated.

Shoulder pressing

Upper-arm motion replaces some elbow extension.

Heavy bar

Control decreases around the small target clearance.

Wide elbows

The descent path is disrupted.

Moving the neck

The head-to-bar distance changes.

Hard lockout

The load stops without control at the top.

Frequently asked questions