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Close-Grip Smith Machine Press - Triple Drop-Set

Close-Grip Smith Machine Press - Triple Drop-Set is a specialized strength movement targeting the triceps brachii, sternal fibers of the pectoralis major, and anterior deltoid. The fixed linear guide rails of the Smith machine ensure a repeatable vertical path, isolating the triceps brachii and sternal chest without requiring planar balance stabilization. An exhaustive triple drop-set protocol involving reps to failure followed by two immediate 20-25% weight reductions without rest, maximizing metabolic stress and cellular swelling.
Legs - Quadriceps Lower Leg - Calves Running - Biomechanics & Cadence
Specification & Key Parameters
4 parameter
Parameter Value Parameter Value
Duration
15 min
Calories
266 KCAL
Level
beginner
Equipment
Vertical Linear Smith Machine, Flat Utility Bench

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  1. 1. Setup & Scapular Bracing: Center a flat utility bench inside the Smith machine. Lie down with the bar over your mid-sternum, take a shoulder-width overhand grip, retract scapulae, keep wrists neutral, and unhook the safety catches.
  2. 2. Execution & Tempo: Press dynamically to lockout, then lower under a controlled 2-second cadence to the bottom position.
  3. 3. Triple Drop-Set Protocol: Upon reaching technical failure, immediately reduce load by 20-25% and continue with zero rest. Repeat once more for a third exhausting drop stage.
  4. 4. Breathing & Joint Safety: Inhale as you lower the guided bar along the rails with elbows tucked close to your ribs; exhale forcefully as you drive up through triceps extension. Maintain total intra-abdominal pressure and active scapular depression throughout the set.

Physiological Impact

3%
Heart Rate Impact
5%
Muscle Load
4%
Fatigue Level
2%
Recovery Rate

Caloric Benchmarking

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Swimming 500 kcal
Actual exercise 266 kcal
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