Smith Machine Reverse Decline Close-Grip Bench Press
The decline Smith press with a close underhand grip; the narrow hands and tucked elbows give the triceps a big share.
How to do it
Setup
Decline bench under the Smith bar, hands shoulder-width, palms toward the head.
Steps
- Turn the bar off the hooks with the underhand grip.
- Bring it down to the bottom of the chest, elbows in.
- Press up to straight arms and re-hook with control.
Common mistakes
Hands closer than the shoulders: the wrists fold. Bench set so the bar meets the neck: slide it until the bar lands low. Letting go before the hooks catch: stay tight until racked.
Breathing
Inhale down, exhale on the press.
