Smith Incline Bench Press
Description
This exercise involves lying on an incline bench and lifting weights in a pressing motion, targeting the chest, shoulders, and triceps. The use of a Smith machine provides stability and control during the movement.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Smith Incline Bench Press Instructions
- Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
- Lie down on the bench with your feet flat on the ground.
- Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Unrack the barbell and lower it towards your chest, keeping your elbows tucked in.
- Pause when the barbell is just above your chest, then press it back up to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Smith Incline Bench Press Form & Visual
Smith Incline Bench Press Benefits
- Targets the upper chest muscles
- Allows for a greater range of motion compared to traditional bench press
- Provides stability and support for the lifter
- Can help improve overall bench press strength
- Can be adjusted to target different areas of the chest by changing the incline angle
Smith Incline Bench Press Muscles Worked
- Pectoralis major (upper fibers)
- Anterior deltoids
- Triceps brachii
Smith Incline Bench Press Variations & Alternatives
- Smith Decline Bench Press
- Smith Flat Bench Press
- Smith Close-Grip Bench Press
- Smith Wide-Grip Bench Press
- Smith Incline Dumbbell Press
- Smith Incline Flyes
- Smith Incline Cable Press
- Smith Incline Push-Ups
