Chest Press Inside Grip (TRX / Suspension Trainer)

A chest press variation with hands positioned closer together to emphasize triceps and inner chest engagement.

Instructions

1. Anchor the TRX straps at mid-length.
2. Face the anchor point and grip the handles with hands closer together than shoulder-width.
3. Walk your feet forward to achieve the desired angle—more horizontal for greater resistance.
4. Position your body in a lean with arms bent and hands near your chest.
5. Keep your core engaged and your body in a straight line.
6. Press your body away from the anchor by extending your arms and pushing through your chest, shoulders, and triceps.
7. Pause briefly at full extension.
8. Lower yourself in a controlled manner back to the starting position.
9. Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Tips

• The inside grip places greater emphasis on the triceps and inner chest compared to wide grip variations.
• Maintain close hand positioning throughout the movement to maximize triceps engagement.
• Keep your elbows tucked close to your body rather than flared out.
• Control the eccentric phase—lower yourself deliberately to maximize the workout.
• Adjust your body angle to find the difficulty level that allows 8-12 controlled repetitions.