Smith-Machine Incline Close-Grip Bench Press

Set an incline bench inside a Smith machine and adjust the bar to just above arm's length.

Lie back on the bench with your feet flat on the floor and grip the barbell with your hands closer than shoulder-width apart.

Unrack the bar and hold it steady directly above your upper chest.

Inhale as you slowly lower the bar toward your upper chest, keeping your elbows tucked close to your body.

Exhale as you press the bar back up to the starting position by extending your arms fully.

Lock the bar securely back onto the rack once you finish your desired repetitions.