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Smith Close Grip Bench Press

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Sets × Reps @ Weight
/log smith_close_grip_bench_press 3x10@45
also valid: /log smith-close-grip-bench-press 3x10@45 · /log smith close grip bench press 3x10@45
Sets × Reps
/log smith_close_grip_bench_press 3x10
also valid: /log smith-close-grip-bench-press 3x10 · /log smith close grip bench press 3x10
Reps
/log smith_close_grip_bench_press 20
also valid: /log smith-close-grip-bench-press 20 · /log smith close grip bench press 20

Underscores, dashes, and spaces are interchangeable — every spelling above logs the same exercise.

Demonstration

Smith Close Grip Bench Press demonstration animation
Demo: Smith Close-Grip Bench Press — © Gym visual

How to perform

🎯 TricepsChestShoulders🛠 Smith Machine
  1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the bench with your feet flat on the ground.
  2. Grasp the barbell with a close grip, slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Lower the barbell towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
  4. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push the barbell back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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