Smith Machine Incline Bench Press: how to do it and form tips

An upper-chest press performed on an incline bench inside the Smith machine. The fixed bar path lets you push heavy without a spotter and keeps form consistent set to set.

Form tips

1. Set the bench to 30–45 degrees and line the bar up with your upper chest.
2. Keep shoulder blades pinched and feet flat as you press.
3. Lower the bar under control to just below your collarbone — don't bounce off your chest.

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