Smith-Machine Incline Close-Grip Bench Press
The Smith-Machine Incline Close-Grip Bench Press is a compound exercise that mainly works the triceps and chest, with help from the shoulders. You'll need: incline bench, smith machine and weight plates.
Required Equipment
Smith-Machine Incline Close-Grip Bench Press Muscles Worked
Primary
Triceps (triceps brachii); Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head)
Secondary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
How to do the Smith-Machine Incline Close-Grip Bench Press
Set an incline bench inside a Smith machine and adjust the bar to just above arm's length.
Lie back on the bench with your feet flat on the floor and grip the barbell with your hands closer than shoulder-width apart.
Unrack the bar and hold it steady directly above your upper chest.
Inhale as you slowly lower the bar toward your upper chest, keeping your elbows tucked close to your body.
Exhale as you press the bar back up to the starting position by extending your arms fully.
Lock the bar securely back onto the rack once you finish your desired repetitions.
Smith-Machine Incline Close-Grip Bench Press FAQs
What muscles does the Smith-Machine Incline Close-Grip Bench Press work?
The Smith-Machine Incline Close-Grip Bench Press mainly works the triceps and chest, with help from the shoulders. The main muscles are the triceps brachii and pectoralis major.
What equipment do you need for the Smith-Machine Incline Close-Grip Bench Press?
Incline bench, smith machine and weight plates.
Is the Smith-Machine Incline Close-Grip Bench Press a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Smith-Machine Incline Close-Grip Bench Press go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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