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The hexagonal bench press in Smith

Kirji Machines

About this exercise

"The hexagonal bench press in Smith" targets the Kirji muscle group, suitable for beginners. The main load falls on: Middle. Equipment needed: Machines.

Description

Bench press of a platform or barbell in the Smith simulator, simulating gakk squats or leg press.

Instructions

1. Setup: Place a horizontal bench in the Smith simulator so that the bar is above the lower chest.2. Grip: Lie down on a bench, grasp the bar with a narrow grip (palms 10-20 cm apart or slightly wider, the main thing is that the elbows should go along the body).3. Starting position: Remove the barbell, arms straight.
4. Lowering: Slowly lower the bar towards your lower chest/upper abs, keeping your elbows pressed against your sides.5. Bench press: On exhaling, squeeze the barbell upward with a powerful but controlled movement. At the top, tighten your pectoral muscles as much as possible. 6. Control: Avoid sudden movements. Lowering should take twice as long as lifting.

Muscles worked

Primary

Middle
Middle

Secondary

Upper
Upper
Lower
Lower
Triceps
Triceps

Warnings

1. Do not spread your elbows to the sides - this will transfer the load from the inside of the chest to the front deltas.2. Keep the grip tight for constant activation of the inner part of the pectoral muscles. 3. Do not use excessively heavy weight; focus on squeezing the muscles.

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