Smith Machine Decline Close Grip Bench Press

Learn how to do the Smith Machine Decline Close Grip Bench Press with proper form and technique. This smith machine exercise primarily targets your Triceps, with secondary emphasis on Chest, Shoulders.

Smith Machine Decline Close Grip Bench Press exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Smith Machine Decline Close Grip Bench Press

Follow these steps to perform the Smith Machine Decline Close Grip Bench Press with correct form:

  1. 1Adjust the bench on the smith machine to a decline position.
  2. 2Lie down on the bench with your feet firmly planted on the ground.
  3. 3Grasp the barbell with a close grip, slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
  4. 4Unrack the barbell and lower it slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
  5. 5Pause for a moment when the barbell is just above your chest.
  6. 6Push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
  7. 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Smith Machine Decline Close Grip Bench Press Muscles Worked

Primary

Secondary

chestshoulders

Exercise Details

Equipment
smith machine
Body Part
upper arms
Category
Extended

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