What muscles does Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine) work?

Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine) primarily works the Upper Chest, Mid Chest, Lower Chest, Front Delts. Secondary muscles engaged include Triceps Lateral Head, Serratus.

What equipment do I need for Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine)?

Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine) uses Smith Machine. You can track your sets, reps and progress for this exercise in the FitNotes X app.

How do I perform Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine) with correct form?

1. Position bench directly under bar 2. Grip bar at shoulder width 3. Unrack by rotating hooks 4. Lower bar to chest 5. Press to full lockout

Is Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine) a chest exercise?

Yes, Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine) is categorized under Chest in the FitNotes X exercise library. Browse more chest exercises at https://fitnotesx.com/exercises/?cat=Chest.

Incline Bench Press (Smith Machine)

Incline bench press on Smith Machine — fixed bar path emphasizes upper chest with reduced stabilization demand than free barbell.

Technique

Position bench directly under bar
Grip bar at shoulder width
Unrack by rotating hooks
Lower bar to chest
Press to full lockout
Re-rack by rotating hooks back
Fixed bar path reduces stabilizer work

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