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Smith Machine Reverse Decline Close Grip Bench Press

Smith Machine Reverse Decline Close Grip Bench Press: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: machine.

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  • Equipmentmachine
  • Body partchest
Primary muscles
pectorals, triceps
Secondary muscles
shoulders
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How to do it

  1. Adjust the smith machine to a decline position.
  2. Lie down on the bench with your feet secured under the foot pads.
  3. Grasp the barbell with a close grip, slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
  4. Unrack the barbell and lower it slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows tucked in.
  5. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push the barbell back up to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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