smith incline reverse-grip press
smith incline reverse-grip press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Adjust the seat of the smith machine to a comfortable incline angle.
Step 2
Sit on the machine with your back against the pad and your feet flat on the ground.
Step 3
Grasp the bar with an overhand grip that is slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Step 4
Unrack the bar and lower it slowly towards your chest, keeping your elbows tucked in.
Step 5
Pause for a moment when the bar is just above your chest.
Step 6
Push the bar back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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