The Benefits of the Smith Machine Floor Press

Think of the Smith machine floor press as a chest and triceps building “finisher” to your workout.

The floor press is an excellent exercise. It is a particular favorite of mine for guys with long arms. I often use it instead of the bench press for these guys. Here are five benefits of the floor press:

 

1. Builds muscle mass in the chest, triceps, and shoulders
2. Increases overall pressing strength
3. Specifically boosts lockout strength
4. A good choice for beginners or those coming back from injury
5. Minimizes shoulder stress for long-armed lifters by limiting range

 

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