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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

pectorals

Secondary muscles

tricepsshoulders

Primary body parts

chest

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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