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Smith Machine Incline Bench Press Pyramid Protocol

A compound strength exercise targeting the upper pectorals, anterior deltoids, and triceps. Performed on a Smith machine at a 30-degree incline using a pyramid repetition protocol.
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Specification & Key Parameters
4 parameter
Parameter Value Parameter Value
Duration
15 min
Calories
560 KCAL
Level
intermediate
Equipment
Wall / Ceiling Mounted Pull-up Bar, Adjustable Flat-Incline-Decline Bench, Machine

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  1. 1. Setup: Position an adjustable bench at a 30-degree incline beneath a Smith machine barbell. Lie back with your feet flat on the floor, grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width using an overhand grip, unrack the bar, and retract your shoulder blades.
  2. 2. Eccentric Phase: Inhale and lower the bar in a controlled motion toward your upper chest, keeping your elbows tucked at an optimal angle relative to your torso.
  3. 3. Concentric Phase: Drive the bar upward dynamically until your arms are fully extended without locking your elbows, exhaling through the sticking point.
  4. 4. Safety & Pyramid Protocol: Follow the pyramid sequence (12-10-8-6 reps) by increasing the load and decreasing repetitions with each successive set. Always utilize the safety hooks on the Smith machine.

Physiological Impact

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

Caloric Benchmarking

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Swimming 500 kcal
Actual exercise 560 kcal
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