Exercise library · Chest
Smith Machine Press Decline
The Smith Machine Press Decline is a smith machine exercise that targets the chest, with the triceps assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Chest
- Also works
- Triceps
- Equipment
- Smith machine
- Body part
- Chest
Step by step
- Set up a decline bench under the Smith machine and grip the barbell with hands shoulder-width apart.
- Engage your core and keep your back flat against the bench.
- Lower the barbell slowly toward your lower chest.
- Press the barbell upward until your arms are fully extended.
- Maintain control and avoid bouncing the bar off your chest.
- Keep wrists aligned and elbows slightly bent at the top.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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