Seated Shoulder Press – Smith Machine

  1. Sit on a back-supporting seat under a Smith Machine with your back straight and feet flat on the floor.
  2. Adjust the height of the barbell on the Smith Machine so that it is at shoulder level.
  3. Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  4. Engage your core and press the barbell upward until your arms are fully extended, but not locked.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the barbell back down to shoulder level.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Primary Muscles

  • Shoulder - Front

Secondary Muscles

  • Shoulder - Side
  • Tricep

Results

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