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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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