bench press problem

[donthomas81]

when i do wide grip bench presses my deltoids hurt every time i push up. but i have no pain in my deltoids if i do a closer grip bench press. does anyone know why this is.

what effect will the closer grip have on my chest workout...

 

[ihateschoolmt]

I don't know what is wrong with your shoulders, but a closer grip uses more triceps and less chest.

 

[growinbigger]

You may have some rotator cuff problems. Get checked out by a doctor.

 

[CowPimp]

You may consider seeing a sports doctor about that problem. However, you should also check out this article on bench pressing like a powerlifter, as it puts less stress on your shoulders:

http://www.t-nation.com/readTopic.do;jsessionid=2FD1A9D64F0C491B9044B92CD4F87D1F.hydra?id=459808