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Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine)

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Details

NameIncline Bench Press (Smith Machine)
EquipmentMachine
Primary MuscleChest
Auxiliary MusclesShoulders, Triceps

Instructions

  1. 1Place an incline bench under the Smith machine. The bar should be directly over your mid-chest when you lie down.
  2. 2Set the bar at a height you can reach without fully extending your arms.
  3. 3Lie down, take hold of the bar with an overhand grip (palms facing forward), and dig your shoulder blades into the bench.
  4. 4Brace your core and press the bar up, rotating it to remove the safety.
  5. 5Inhale and lower the bar to your chest.
  6. 6Press it back to the top and exhale.
  7. 7Once finished, rack the bar.