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Smith Machine Bench Press: Video Tutorial & Exercise Guide

Workout Smith Machine Bench Press
Primary Muscle Group Chest
Secondary Muscle Group Shoulders, Triceps
Equipment Required Smith Machine
Force Type Push
Mechanics Compound
Exercise Type Strength
Difficulty Beginner

Smith Machine Bench Press: Video Tutorial & Exercise Guide

Table Of Contents

Muscle Groups

Primary Muscle

Chest

Secondary Muscles

Shoulders
Triceps

How to do the Smith Machine Bench Press – Step-by-Step Guide

  • Step 1: Position the bar so that you have to fully extend your arms to reach it from the bench. Set a safety pin, especially if you are not using a spotter.
  • Step 2: Once the position is set, lie down on the bench so the center of your chest is level with the barbell.
  • Step 3: grab the barbell and lower the bar slowly, keeping your elbows slightly bent to avoid straining your shoulders.
  • Step 4: Stop when the bar is above your chest or a few inches above your chest, depending on your comfort of movement, but your elbows should be bent about 90 degrees.
  • Step 5: Push the bar up until your arms are fully extended and your elbows are straight. Similarly, slowly lower your back to the starting position.

Smith Machine Bench Press Overview

The Smith machine bench press is famous for building upper body strength and size. The Smith Machine is not only great for beginners, it also benefits advanced users. Helps maximize range of motion and maintain appropriate form as the bar moves straight up and down. Smith machines are a great alternative to spotters. This is because the barbell is attached to the machine, which reduces the risk of lifting heavy objects

Benefits of The Smith Machine Bench Press

The Smith Machine Bench Press is more than just pumping your chest. Helps lift heavier weights on benches and other locations. This will help you lift heavy weights so you don’t have to expend energy just trying to balance the bar. Focusing on your pectoral muscles will increase the size and strength of that area. Smith machines can provide spotter security if the safety pin is securely fastened.

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