Exercise technique

ez barbell decline close grip face press

The EZ barbell decline close grip face press is a triceps-focused exercise performed on a decline bench using an EZ barbell. It also engages the chest and shoulders as secondary muscles. The movement requires control and proper form to avoid injury, especially due to the bar path near the face and the decline position.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Lie on a decline bench with your head lower than your feet.
  2. Grasp the ez barbell with a close grip, palms facing each other.
  3. Extend your arms straight up above your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
  4. Lower the barbell towards your forehead by bending your elbows.
  5. Pause for a moment, then press the barbell back up to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Chest, Shoulders.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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