Adiletix - Smith Machine Incline Bench Press - Step-by-Step Guide
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Smith Machine Incline Bench Press
1 - Set an adjustable bench to a 30–45 degree incline and position it inside the Smith machine so the bar lines up over your upper chest.
2 - Lie back on the bench with your feet planted firmly on the floor, shoulder blades pulled back and down, and a slight natural arch in your lower back.
3 - Grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width with your palms facing forward and wrists stacked over your elbows.
4 - Unrack the bar by rotating it off the hooks, then lower it in a controlled motion toward your upper chest.
5 - Pause briefly near the chest without bouncing, keeping your elbows slightly tucked and your shoulders stable.
6 - Press the bar upward along the Smith machine track until your arms are extended without locking your elbows aggressively.
7 - Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then safely rotate the bar back onto the hooks.
