Smith reverse-grip press

Smith reverse-grip press

The smith reverse-grip press is a chest exercise performed on a smith machine using a reverse (underhand) grip. This variation targets the upper chest and also engages the triceps and shoulders. The smith machine provides stability, making it suitable for those looking to focus on form and muscle activation.

The smith reverse-grip press is a chest exercise performed on a smith machine using a reverse (underhand) grip. This variation targets the upper chest and also engages the triceps and shoulders. The smith machine provides stability, making it suitable for those looking to focus on form and muscle activation.

The smith reverse-grip press is a chest exercise performed on a smith machine using a reverse (underhand) grip. This variation targets the upper chest and also engages the triceps and shoulders. The smith machine provides stability, making it suitable for those looking to focus on form and muscle activation.

How to Do the Smith reverse-grip press

How to Do the Smith reverse-grip press

How to Do the Smith reverse-grip press

Adjust the height of the smith machine bar to chest level. Stand facing the bar with your feet shoulder-width apart. Grasp the bar with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Step back and position yourself with a slight bend in your knees. Keep your chest up and core engaged throughout the exercise. Lower the bar towards your chest, keeping your elbows tucked in. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push the bar back up to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Pectorals

Pectorals

Secondary Muscles

triceps, shoulders

Equipment

Smith machine

Body Part

Chest

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