Smith Machine
Shoulder Press

Exercise Execution Guide

Starting Position

Sitting on a bench with your back well supported against the backrest. Position the bench so that the bar drops just in front of your face. Grab the bar with your hands in pronation (palms forward). Your elbows pointing outwards and your forearms perpendicular to the ground.

Execution

Unhook the bar and slowly bring it to the height of your chin. Contract your shoulders by pushing the load upwards. Stop the movement just before your arms are fully extended. Then return to the down position.

Equipment Required: Smith Machine, Bench

Main Muscles: Front Shoulders, Lateral Shoulders

Secondary Muscles: Triceps