The traditional 2-board press is a favorite max effort movement because it places the bar right in the middle of most lifters' sticking point. Performing the lift with a close grip is no different than benching with a close grip: it will add to the work your triceps are doing. This lift can function well as a max effort movement or an assistance exercise.
Close Grip 2 Board Press
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