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Smith Decline Bench
Learn how to perform Smith Decline Bench, a Chest exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.
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STEP 1
Setup
Lie on a decline bench, secure your feet, and align the Smith bar with your lower chest.
STEP 2
Start phase
Lower the bar toward your lower chest, then press while keeping wrists supported over elbows.
STEP 3
End phase
Finish without locking your elbows, then return the load slowly to the starting position.
STEP 4
Target muscles
This movement primarily works your lower chest. Focus on controlling the motion through these muscles.
STEP 5
Common mistakes
Avoid bending your wrists or shrugging. Reduce the load if you lose torso support.
STEP 6
Breathing
Exhale as you press and inhale as you return.
STEP 7
Coach tip
Set the safety stops first and check the bar path with an unloaded bar.
