Smith Decline Close Grip Bench Press (Machine)

Also known as: Smith Decline Close Grip Bench Press (Machine).

Close-grip press on a decline bench under a Smith-guided bar.

How to perform this exercise

1. Place a gently declined bench under the Smith bar, head lower than hips. Secure the feet under its rollers and keep head, upper back and pelvis supported.
2. Take an overhand grip about shoulder width with wrists stacked over forearms. After unracking, start with long arms above the lower chest.
3. Lower slowly toward the lower chest with elbows close to the torso, then press along the same guides without bouncing. Fully engage the hooks after the set.