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Smith Close-grip Bench Press exercise GIF demonstration

Smith Close-grip Bench Press

Beginner
Triceps
Smith Machine

Smith Close-grip Bench Press is a arms exercise targeting the triceps.

How to do Smith Close-grip Bench Press

  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.