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Smith JM Bench Press
Muscles involved
The Smith JM bench press uses a guided bar for the JM press. It builds triceps strength with extra safety.
How to do it
- Lie on a flat bench positioned under a Smith machine, grip the bar with an overhand grip just outside shoulder width, and unrack the bar over your chest.
- Lower the bar slowly towards your lower chest by bending your elbows, keeping them tucked close to your body.
- Pause when the bar is just above your chest.
- Press the bar back up to the starting position by extending your arms.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your elbows tucked close to your body at a 45-degree angle. - Lower the bar to your lower chest or sternum. - Squeeze your triceps to press the bar back up. - Maintain a stable arch in your back with your shoulders pinned down.
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IntermedioFrequently asked questions
Smith JM Bench Press: which muscles does it work?
Smith JM Bench Press mainly works: Triceps. It also involves: Triceps brachii.
