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Close-Grip Smith Machine Press - Standard Controlled Tempo

Close-Grip Smith Machine Press - Standard Controlled Tempo 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. Foundational biomechanical execution conducted under controlled tempo (2-second eccentric, 1-second concentric drive), eliminating momentum for pure motor control.
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Specification & Key Parameters
4 parameter
Parameter Value Parameter Value
Duration
15 min
Calories
420 KCAL
Level
advanced
Equipment
Vertical Linear Smith Machine, Flat Utility Bench

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i Instructions

  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. Eccentric Cadence: Lower the weight under a 2-second controlled count to the target transition point.
  3. 3. Concentric Drive: Press upward in a crisp 1-second cadence, halting just short of hyperextending elbows.
  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

7%
Heart Rate Impact
7%
Muscle Load
7%
Fatigue Level
4%
Recovery Rate

Caloric Benchmarking

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Swimming 500 kcal
Actual exercise 420 kcal
0 kcal 300 kcal 600 kcal
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