smith close-grip bench press
smith close-grip bench press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the bench with your feet flat on the ground.
Step 2
Grasp the barbell with a close grip, slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
Step 3
Lower the barbell towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
Step 4
Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push the barbell back up to the starting position.
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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