Smith Machine Decline Press

Strengthen your chest using a machine-based variation.

This decline version of the bench press emphasizes the lower chest using fixed machine support.

Instructions

  1. Place a decline bench under the Smith machine with the bar aligned above your chest.
  2. Grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder width and unrack it with arms extended.
  3. Lower the bar slowly to your lower chest, keeping your back stable on the bench.
  4. Press the bar back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then re-rack the bar.