Grip on Bench Pressing

[DaveNY]

When I use a BB, I always move my index finger over the outer ring, a very wide grip. I thought this was best for really hitting the chest. But my bench is lagging, it's not really going anywhere. Should I move my hands in a bit? My spotter today asked me if I was doing a shouler or chest workout, he thought my grip was way too wide. I'm not trying to bench tons, just get a bigger/wider chest. Please advise .

DaveNY

 

[MonStar1023]

Whatsup bro? Yeah I usually use my index finger on the outer ring too. But for incline barbell I prefer my middle finger on the outer ring. I dont know I think it depends on how long your arms are etc.

 

[he-man]

usually a little wider than shoulder width - guess i end up with either my middle or index finger on the ring