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Smith Machine Chest Flye Deep Stretch - 3-Second Pause Reps

Smith Machine Chest Flye Deep Stretch - 3-Second Pause Reps is a specialized strength movement targeting the pectoralis major (clavicular and sternal heads), anterior deltoid, and stabilizing core musculature. The fixed linear track of the Smith machine enforces a rigid movement plane, providing controlled vector alignment for a deep, isolated pectoral stretch. Dead-stop pause protocol dissipating all elastic energy stored in connective tissues, requiring pure starting strength and rate of force development from a dead stop.
Legs - Hamstrings & Glutes
Specification & Key Parameters
4 parameter
Parameter Value Parameter Value
Duration
15 min
Calories
350 KCAL
Level
intermediate
Equipment
Vertical Linear Smith Machine

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  1. 1. Setup & Scapular Bracing: Set the Smith machine bar at the designated pin height and lock safety catches. Align your body relative to the bar, retract your scapulae, brace your core, and establish your grip maintaining a slight bend at the elbow.
  2. 2. Controlled Stretch Descent: Lower arms into maximum safe horizontal abduction.
  3. 3. 3-Second Isometric Stretch Pause: Hold the full stretched position for 3 full seconds under muscular tension, dissipating all elastic bounce before squeezing back to midline.
  4. 4. Breathing & Joint Safety: Inhale deeply during the eccentric lowering into full chest stretch; exhale forcefully during the concentric drive. Maintain total intra-abdominal pressure and active scapular depression throughout the set.

Physiological Impact

5%
Heart Rate Impact
6%
Muscle Load
5%
Fatigue Level
4%
Recovery Rate

Caloric Benchmarking

Running 400 kcal
Cycling 300 kcal
Swimming 500 kcal
Actual exercise 350 kcal
0 kcal 300 kcal 600 kcal
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