EZ Curl Barbell JM Press

The Barbell JM Press is an exercise that targets the medial head of the triceps and strengthens the elbow to increase the bench press and other pressing variations or pushups. It is a variation of the close-grip bench press and named after powerlifter and strength coach JM Blakely. Start by selecting an EZ Curl barbell with the desired weight and setting it up on a flat bench. Position yourself on the bench with your feet flat on the floor and your back pressed firmly against the bench. Grasp the barbell with a close grip with your palms facing away from your body. This will be a narrow grip. Carefully lift the barbell off the rack and hold it above your chest with straight arms. Lower the barbell a few inches before bending the elbows to bring the bar to your chin or neck area with the elbows high. Next you will finish the rep by doing a hybrid of a tricep extension and a bench press keeping your elbows tucked in close to your body and not flared out. Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions.

Trainer Tip: This should be done with a weight that will cause elbow pressure but not pain to progressively overload the tissues to get stronger over time. Do not try to max out with these on day 1!