Smith Machine Slight Incline Press

Step 1. Execution

Step 2. Start position:

Step 3. - Unrack the bar and hold it above your upper chest with arms fully extended.

Step 4. - Keep your shoulder blades retracted and pressed into the bench.

Step 5. Lowering phase (eccentric):

Step 6. - Slowly bring the bar down to just below your collarbone or upper chest.

Step 7. - Maintain control — don’t bounce the bar.

Step 8. Pressing phase (concentric):

Step 9. - Push the bar upward in a straight line until your arms are fully extended.

Step 10. - Focus on squeezing your upper chest at the top.

Step 11. Lock and repeat:

Step 12. - Complete your reps, then safely rack the bar back into the hooks.