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Exercises and muscles targeted

Exercise	Muscles Targeted
Flat Smith Press (0° back pad)	Pectoralis Major - Sternal and Mid Fibres (primary), Anterior Deltoid (secondary), Triceps Brachii (secondary), Serratus Anterior (stabiliser at lockout)
Decline Smith Press (full -18° back pad)	Pectoralis Major - Lower Sternal Fibres (increased at -18° decline, primary), Triceps Brachii (increased secondary contribution at decline angle), Anterior Deltoid (reduced secondary at decline), Pectoralis Minor (secondary)
Partial Decline Press (mid-range back pad position)	Pectoralis Major - Mid and Lower Sternal Fibres (customisable fibre emphasis via back pad angle between 0° and -18°, primary), Triceps Brachii (secondary), Anterior Deltoid (secondary)
Smith Press - Unilateral Single Arm	Pectoralis Major (one side pressing independently along the guided linear path), Anterior Deltoid, Triceps Brachii (secondary), Core and Obliques (anti-rotation demand under asymmetric guided pressing load)
Smith Press - Slow Eccentric	Pectoralis Major (eccentric stretch at the bottom of the guided press, maximum hypertrophy stimulus), Anterior Deltoid (eccentric), Triceps Brachii (eccentric stabiliser through controlled return along the guide rods)

The decline press angle places the user's head below the hips during the press, which changes the press direction relative to the chest so the lower sternal fibres of the pectoralis major carry more of the driving load. The 15-position back pad range on the DSH057 allows this decline angle to be dialled in progressively from flat through a full -18° decline rather than committing to a fixed angle, which means a single machine session can combine multiple press angles to cover both the mid-sternal and lower fibre regions within the same chest training block.

Who this machine is built for

Serious Home Gym Builders
The DSH057 at 84.3" × 64.0" × 64.2" delivers both flat and decline guided pressing from a single plate-loaded station. For a home gym where floor space dictates that multiple press machines cannot all fit, the DSH057 covers two pressing modes with 15 angle positions between them, using the same Olympic plates as the rest of the setup. The self-adjusting leg support and assist handles make safe solo decline pressing practical without a spotter.

Bodybuilders and Physique Athletes
Lower chest definition and the crease between the pectoral and the abdomen at the lower sternal attachment are developed most specifically by the decline press angle where the lower pec fibres are the primary driver. The 15-position back pad allows the angle to be dialled progressively across a chest training cycle rather than fixed at one decline, which covers more of the lower fibre region systematically. Running flat sets and decline sets within the same session using the same machine and same plate load covers both the mid-sternal and lower sternal chest with one setup.

Powerlifters and Strength Athletes
The guided linear Smith-style press path removes bar path management from the movement and allows maximum-effort pressing at heavy plate loads without the lateral drift and balance demands of a barbell. The DSH057's guided carriage provides the bar path stability that allows pressing to be pushed to near-maximum bilaterally in a solo training environment, with the hook bracket safety latch system providing a rerack point at any position in the press range.

Commercial Gym Owners and Operators
A guided flat and decline press station covers two pressing modes from one machine at a 661 lb bilateral capacity that exceeds any selectorized machine alternative. The self-adjusting leg support eliminates the manual leg roller adjustment that creates queues at standard decline benches in busy commercial sessions, and the assist handles enable members to complete decline sessions without requiring a spotter or staff assistance to dismount safely.

Private Personal Training Studios
The 15-position single-hand back pad adjustment allows a trainer to change the pressing angle between sets within a client session without the client dismounting, which makes progressing through flat to decline angles in a single chest session practical. The assist handles and auto-return leg support also reduce the dismount assistance burden that decline bench training creates in a one-on-one studio environment.

How to setup and use

Setting Up the DSH057 Decline/Flat Smith Press

Load Olympic plates evenly onto both barbell plate rods within the 661 lb capacity.
Set the back pad angle using the elongated single-hand adjustment handle to one of 15 positions between 0° flat and -18° decline based on the target of the session.
Position the handles at the correct height by selecting one of six handle positions on the sliding carriage to match the natural pressing height for your arm length at the chosen back pad angle.
Lie on the back pad with the feet positioned to engage the foam leg support rollers, anchoring the lower body in the correct position for the chosen press angle.
For decline pressing, confirm the leg support is firmly engaged before releasing the safety latch to begin. The leg support will hold throughout the set.
Grip both handles in the natural press width and confirm the safety hook bracket is in the starting position before beginning the press. Load with Dynasty Fitness Urethane Grip Plates across both barbell plate rods.

Performing the Exercise

Disengage the safety latch from the starting position by rotating the handles slightly to release the hook bracket from the safety catch on the tower legs.
Lower the carriage to the bottom of the press under control, allowing the chest to reach its full stretch at the selected back pad angle.
Press upward through the guided linear path to full arm extension and re-engage the safety latch by rotating the handles into the locked position at any point during or after the set.
For declining sets, hold the extended position briefly before returning and keep the leg support engaged throughout so the body stays anchored against the inverted press force.
After the final rep, engage the safety latch, then use the assist handles to sit up from the decline position by gripping both handles and using them to drive the upper body upright before dismounting.

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The Dynasty Fitness DSH057 Decline/Flat Smith Press is a plate-loaded guided linear chest press machine that covers both flat and decline pressing modes from one station, with the back pad adjusting through 15 single-hand positions from 0° flat through -18° decline to target the mid-sternal and lower pectoral fibres through the full range of the decline press spectrum. Unlike pivot arm chest press machines, the DSH057 uses a Smith-style guided carriage system where the bar travels along four longitudinal guide rods on linear motion bearings in a converging press path aligned to the natural chest muscle fibre direction, delivering the bar path control and safety of a Smith machine at 661 lbs bilateral plate-loaded capacity. A self-adjusting foam leg support anchors the user during decline pressing and automatically returns to a resting position for safe dismount without manual repositioning, and a pair of assist handles allows the user to sit up comfortably after decline sets. Six handle height positions and 15 back pad angle positions accommodate users across the full range of commercial body types. Built from PT60×120×2.5mm steel in matte black at 84.3" × 64.0" × 64.2", the DSH057 is built for commercial gyms, training studios, and serious home gym setups where guided flat and decline pressing from a single plate-loaded station is a chest programming priority.

Plate-loaded Smith-style guided chest press covering flat and decline modes from a single station, with 15 single-hand back pad positions spanning 0° through -18° to target the mid and lower pectoralis major fibres at any angle within that range
Linear motion bearing guide carriage on four longitudinal guide rods follows a convergent press path aligned with the chest muscle fibre direction, providing the bar path stability and controlled pressing mechanics of a Smith machine at 661 lbs bilateral plate-loaded resistance
Self-adjusting foam leg support anchors the legs during decline pressing and automatically returns to the resting position via return springs after each set, eliminating the manual leg roller repositioning that makes standard decline benches inconvenient between users
Assist handles allow the user to sit up safely after decline press sets without needing external assistance, which is the primary safety limitation of standard decline benches in solo training environments

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Exercises and muscles targeted

Exercise	Muscles Targeted
Flat Smith Press (0° back pad)	Pectoralis Major - Sternal and Mid Fibres (primary), Anterior Deltoid (secondary), Triceps Brachii (secondary), Serratus Anterior (stabiliser at lockout)
Decline Smith Press (full -18° back pad)	Pectoralis Major - Lower Sternal Fibres (increased at -18° decline, primary), Triceps Brachii (increased secondary contribution at decline angle), Anterior Deltoid (reduced secondary at decline), Pectoralis Minor (secondary)
Partial Decline Press (mid-range back pad position)	Pectoralis Major - Mid and Lower Sternal Fibres (customisable fibre emphasis via back pad angle between 0° and -18°, primary), Triceps Brachii (secondary), Anterior Deltoid (secondary)
Smith Press - Unilateral Single Arm	Pectoralis Major (one side pressing independently along the guided linear path), Anterior Deltoid, Triceps Brachii (secondary), Core and Obliques (anti-rotation demand under asymmetric guided pressing load)
Smith Press - Slow Eccentric	Pectoralis Major (eccentric stretch at the bottom of the guided press, maximum hypertrophy stimulus), Anterior Deltoid (eccentric), Triceps Brachii (eccentric stabiliser through controlled return along the guide rods)

Who this machine is built for

How to setup and use

Setting Up the DSH057 Decline/Flat Smith Press

Load Olympic plates evenly onto both barbell plate rods within the 661 lb capacity.
Set the back pad angle using the elongated single-hand adjustment handle to one of 15 positions between 0° flat and -18° decline based on the target of the session.
Position the handles at the correct height by selecting one of six handle positions on the sliding carriage to match the natural pressing height for your arm length at the chosen back pad angle.
Lie on the back pad with the feet positioned to engage the foam leg support rollers, anchoring the lower body in the correct position for the chosen press angle.
For decline pressing, confirm the leg support is firmly engaged before releasing the safety latch to begin. The leg support will hold throughout the set.
Grip both handles in the natural press width and confirm the safety hook bracket is in the starting position before beginning the press. Load with Dynasty Fitness Urethane Grip Plates across both barbell plate rods.

Performing the Exercise

Disengage the safety latch from the starting position by rotating the handles slightly to release the hook bracket from the safety catch on the tower legs.
Lower the carriage to the bottom of the press under control, allowing the chest to reach its full stretch at the selected back pad angle.
Press upward through the guided linear path to full arm extension and re-engage the safety latch by rotating the handles into the locked position at any point during or after the set.
For declining sets, hold the extended position briefly before returning and keep the leg support engaged throughout so the body stays anchored against the inverted press force.
After the final rep, engage the safety latch, then use the assist handles to sit up from the decline position by gripping both handles and using them to drive the upper body upright before dismounting.

Owner's Manual

Access the complete assembly guide, parts list, and maintenance schedule below.

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Shipping & Delivery

All Dynasty Fitness equipment ships free across the 48 contiguous US states via freight carrier. If the product description says preorder, we'll send you an estimated delivery date via email.

Returns: Free within 30 days of delivery. Items must be in original condition and packaging. Refunds processed within 5 business days of return receipt.

Questions? Contact our team at:
📧Email: info@thedynastyfitness.com
📞Call: +1 (213)-584-0858

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Decline/Flat Smith Press DSH057

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Key Features

Guided Linear Press Carriage

The sliding carriage travels on four linear motion bearings across four longitudinal guide rods in a convergent press path angled to align with the chest muscle fibre direction during flat and decline pressing. The linear guide system keeps the bar on a fixed path regardless of bilateral load imbalance or fatigue, which is the core advantage of Smith-style pressing over free barbell alternatives at maximum loads. 6005-2Z bearings support the handle pivot system, and a hook bracket with chain buckle provides a safety latch at any carriage position.

15-Position Back Pad

The back pad adjusts through 15 precisely indexed positions between 0° and -18° via a gas spring mechanism operated by the elongated single-hand adjustment handle. The 15 positions within the 18-degree range provide finer angle granularity than most decline press machines, allowing the press direction to be tuned precisely to target different regions of the lower pectoral fibre map. Adjustment is possible without dismounting, so angle changes between sets within a session take seconds.

Self-Adjusting Leg Support

The FOAM rack with four foam pads anchors the lower legs during decline pressing and is returned to the resting position automatically by two return springs after the user dismounts, ready for the next user without manual repositioning. This auto-return mechanism eliminates the manual roller adjustment and repositioning step that standard decline bench leg supports require between users, which is the most common source of friction at a decline bench station in a commercial facility.

Assist Handles for Safe Decline Exit

Two scaffold assist handles are positioned to provide grip points that allow the user to sit up from the -18° decline position under their own upper body strength without requiring a spotter or staff assistance. Sitting up from a decline position without handles requires either a strong hip flexor-driven crunch or external assistance. The assist handles give the arms a mechanical advantage for the sit-up motion, making decline pressing practical for solo training across a commercial user population.

Six-Position Handle Height and Unilateral Support

Six handle height positions on the sliding carriage accommodate users of different arm lengths in both flat and decline configurations. The height positions adjust where the grip point sits relative to the chest in the starting position, which determines the effective bottom range of the press at each back pad angle. Each handle can also be used independently for unilateral single-arm pressing, where one handle is engaged while the other rests at a park position along the carriage.

Product Information
Product Name	Decline/Flat Smith Press
Model	DSH057
Series	DSH Plate Loaded Series
Product Type	Plate-Loaded Guided Linear Smith-Style Decline and Flat Chest Press
Press Modes	Flat (0°) and Decline (up to -18°) — 15 positions across range
Primary Function	Guided Smith-style flat and decline chest press — mid and lower pectoralis major development
Target Muscles	Pectoralis Major — sternal and lower fibres (primary), Anterior Deltoid, Triceps Brachii (secondary)
Grade	Commercial
Colour	Matte Black
Dimensions and Weight
Length	84.3 in (214.1 cm)
Width	64.0 in (162.6 cm)
Height	64.2 in (163.1 cm)
Net Weight	496 lbs (225 kg)
Load Capacity
Maximum Load Capacity	661 lbs (300 kg) — 330 lbs (150 kg) per side
Loading System	Plate-loaded — Olympic plates, 2 barbell plate rods on guided sliding carriage
Guide System
Press Path	Smith-style guided linear carriage — convergent path aligned to chest muscle fibre direction
Linear Motion Bearings	φ47×φ30×68mm x4 and φ40×φ25×58mm x2 on longitudinal guide rods x4
Safety Latch System	Hook bracket and chain buckle — engages at any carriage position by handle rotation
Limit Frames	x2 — defines maximum carriage travel range
Adjustability and User Support
Back Pad Angle Positions	15 positions — 0° flat to -18° decline, gas spring, single-hand elongated handle
Handle Height Positions	6 positions on sliding carriage — accommodates different arm lengths and body types
Leg Support	Self-adjusting foam leg rollers — auto-returns to resting position via return springs after dismount
Assist Handles	x2 scaffold handles — supports user sit-up from decline position without spotter
Handles
Main Pressing Handles	STφ30×φ37×180mm x2 (outer) and STφ24×φ31×170mm x2 (inner)
Frame and Construction
Main Frame Tubing	PT60×120×2.5mm rectangular steel
Floor Feet	3 x rubber feet
Finish	Matte black powder coat
Indoor Use Only	Yes

Q: What makes this a "Smith" press rather than a standard plate-loaded chest press machine?
A: A standard plate-loaded chest press machine (like the DSH001 or DSH002) uses pivot arm frames where the handles travel through a circular arc. The DSH057 uses a Smith-style guided linear carriage system where the bar travels along four longitudinal guide rods in a fixed straight path. The user controls how much force to apply but the bar cannot move sideways or rotate off the linear path. This guided system provides the bar path stability of a traditional Smith machine with the progressive plate loading of the DSH series.

Q: How does the decline press angle change the chest training?
A: The decline angle from -1° through -18° lowers the head below the hips during the press, which changes the angle of the pressing movement relative to the chest so the lower sternal fibres of the pectoralis major become the primary driver rather than the mid-sternal fibres that carry flat pressing. Anterior deltoid contribution also reduces at steeper decline angles, concentrating more of the stimulus on the pectoral. The 15-position back pad range allows this angle to be dialled across the full flat-to-decline spectrum.

Q: How do I use the leg support correctly for decline pressing?
A: Lie on the back pad at the chosen decline angle and position the lower legs against the foam rollers before engaging them over the top of the rollers to lock the legs in place. The leg support must feel firmly engaged before you release the safety latch and begin pressing, since the decline angle means your body weight creates a force that would slide you toward the head end of the bench without leg anchoring. The return springs automatically reset the rollers to the resting position after you dismount so the station is ready for the next user.

Q: How do the assist handles work for sitting up from the decline position?
A: After completing a decline press set and re-engaging the safety latch, grip both assist handles firmly with your hands. Use them as an anchor to pull the upper body upright from the inverted decline position, transferring some of the work to the arms and reducing the abdominal crunch strength required to sit up from the steepest decline angles. Without assist handles, sitting up from -18° requires significant hip flexor and core strength that many members lack at the end of a heavy decline press set.

Q: Can I use only one handle for single-arm decline or flat pressing?
A: Yes. The six handle height positions and carriage design support single-arm use where one handle is pressed while the other rests parked at the same height position. Single-arm pressing on the guided carriage creates a rotational challenge for the core that bilateral pressing does not, which adds an anti-rotation stabilisation demand alongside the chest stimulus. Reduce the plate load significantly from bilateral working weight for single-arm sets to keep the carriage balanced and the press mechanics clean.

Q: What Dynasty Fitness machines pair with the DSH057 for a complete chest programme?
A: The DSH057 covers guided flat and decline pressing targeting the mid and lower sternal pectoral fibres. Pair it with the Incline Press DSH002 for the upper clavicular head through an incline pivot arm arc, and the Incline/Shoulder Smith Press DSH056 for an incline guided Smith-style press at the opposite end of the pressing angle spectrum. The Chest Press DSH001 adds a seated flat pivot arm press variation alongside the guided Smith press. The Chest Fly DSH049 adds horizontal adduction isolation that all pressing machines complement but cannot replicate. Load the DSH057 with Dynasty Fitness Urethane Grip Plates across both barbell plate rods for a clean bilateral setup.

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