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Smith close-grip bench press

Smith close-grip bench press

The smith close-grip bench press is a compound exercise performed on a smith machine, targeting the triceps with secondary emphasis on the chest and shoulders. It involves pressing a barbell with a close grip, which increases triceps activation.

The smith close-grip bench press is a compound exercise performed on a smith machine, targeting the triceps with secondary emphasis on the chest and shoulders. It involves pressing a barbell with a close grip, which increases triceps activation.

The smith close-grip bench press is a compound exercise performed on a smith machine, targeting the triceps with secondary emphasis on the chest and shoulders. It involves pressing a barbell with a close grip, which increases triceps activation.

How to Do the Smith close-grip bench press

How to Do the Smith close-grip bench press

How to Do the Smith close-grip bench press

Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the bench with your feet flat on the ground. Grasp the barbell with a close grip, slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart. Lower the barbell towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push the barbell back up to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Triceps

Triceps

Secondary Muscles

chest, shoulders

Equipment

Smith machine

Body Part

Upper arms

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