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Instructions:

  • 1Sit on the bench in the Smith machine, placing the barbell at approximately chest level
  • 2Grasp the barbell with a shoulder-width grip, palms facing your feet
  • 3Push the bar straight up until your arms are fully extended
  • 4Lower the bar slowly towards your chest
  • 5Push the bar back up to the starting position

Tips:

  • Avoid arching your back or lifting your feet off the ground during the exercise
  • Focus on squeezing your chest muscles during the press
  • Lower the bar at a slow pace to ensure full muscle engagement
  • Keep your elbows at a 90-degree angle during the press

Smith Hex Press Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs