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How to do Smith Incline Bench Press

The smith incline bench press is a chest exercise performed on a smith machine with the bench set at a 30-45 degree incline. It primarily targets the upper pectorals, with secondary emphasis on the shoulders and triceps. The smith machine provides stability, making it accessible for those with less experience, but still requires proper form and control.

Smith Incline Bench Press demonstration
Primary muscle
Chest
Also works
Shoulders and Triceps
Equipment
Smith machine
Level
Beginner
Category
Chest

How to do Smith Incline Bench Press, step by step

  1. Adjust the bench to a 30-45 degree incline.
  2. Sit on the bench with your back flat against the pad and feet firmly on the ground.
  3. Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  4. Unrack the barbell and lower it slowly towards your upper chest, keeping your elbows slightly tucked in.
  5. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push the barbell back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Smith Incline Bench Press works your chest as the main mover, with help from your shoulders and triceps.

Track Smith Incline Bench Press in SPLYT

Smith Incline Bench Press is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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