Chest exercise

Incline Push-Up Reverse Grip

ChestBody OnlyBeginner

The incline push-up reverse grip is a chest exercise that targets the chest with body only. Watch the demo, then follow the step-by-step form guide below.

Looping demonstration — tap play to watch the full movement.

How to do the incline push-up reverse grip

  1. Stand facing a Smith machine bar or sturdy elevated platform at an appropriate height.

  2. Place your hands on the bar palms up, with your hands about shoulder width apart.

  3. Position your feet back from the bar with arms and body straight. This will be your starting position.

  4. Keeping your body straight, lower your chest to the bar by bending the arms.

  5. Return to the starting position by extending the elbows, pressing yourself back up.

Details

Primary muscles
Chest
Secondary muscles
AbdominalsShouldersTriceps
Equipment & classification
Body OnlyLevel: BeginnerForce: PushMechanic: Compound

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