Reverse-grip bench

[BOOEY]

When doing reverse-grip bench press, do you use a wide, shoulder or narrow grip? Differences in hitting the tricep heads? Keep in mind this would be done in addition to close-grip bench (regular grip, narrow).

 

[wnt2bBeast]

yuo can use any grip you want no need to do CG and reverse in the same workout switch on and off every few weeks

 

[BlondBomber]

I would recommend a wide grip because it is easier to balance the bar for me. Reverse will also hit your front delts hard, I was at one time stronger at reverse than normal grip bench, go figure?

 

[tzan]

I don't think the grip really makes a big difference, just remember to keep your elbows tucked in like all other tricep exercises.

 

[yomama]

What are you trying to accomplish?

If you cant grow with regular grip bench, you wont grow with reverse.

 

[BOOEY]

yomama- to hit the triceps, not pecs. and whoever said anything about not growing?

 

[bignate73]

what difference will wrist position make on extending the elbow?

 

[tzan]

what difference will wrist position make on extending the elbow?

My point exactly. As long as you keep your elbows tucked, I don't believe your wrist position will really make a difference.

 

[BodybuildingUniverse]

I go with my regular benching grip which is fairly wide. I think narrower would hurt my wrists too. I let the bar run between my pointer and middle fingers when benching reverse. Looks weird but keeps the bar MUCH more stable, secure

 

[Scotsman]

My advice is find what width is comfortable for you. Due to the nature of the exercise you aren't gaining any extra focus by changing grip width. I like to go a little narrower than my bench grip because it suits me best. Experiment a bit and find what suits you best. My only caviat is that you should stay light while changing grip so as not to hurt yourself.

Cheers,
Scotsman

 

[BOOEY]

Thanks bros