smith close-grip bench press
A upper arms exercise targeting the triceps, performed with smith machine.
How to do smith close-grip bench press
Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the bench with your feet flat on the ground.
Grasp the barbell with a close grip, slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
Lower the barbell towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push the barbell back up to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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