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Smith Incline Bench Press
Muscles involved
The Smith incline bench press targets the upper chest on a guided bar. It adds stability for heavier sets.
How to do it
- Lie on an incline bench under a Smith machine with the bar over your chest.
- Grip the bar with a wide grip, palms facing forward.
- Lower the bar by bending your elbows until it touches your chest as you inhale.
- Push the bar upward to the starting position as you exhale.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Ensure the bench is adjusted to an angle between 30 and 45 degrees. - Lower the bar to the upper part of your chest, not towards your neck. - Keep your feet firmly planted on the floor for stability.
Difficulty
PrincipianteFrequently asked questions
Smith Incline Bench Press: which muscles does it work?
Smith Incline Bench Press mainly works: Chest. It also involves: Pectoralis major clavicular head, Anterior deltoid, Triceps brachii.
