Smith Machine Shoulder Press
- Main muscle
- Shoulders
- Also works
- Triceps
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Movement
- Vertical push · Multi-joint
Equipment
- Smith machine
- Weight bench
How to do it
- Place a bench with a back support under the Smith machine bar and sit so the bar is just in front of your face.
- Grip the bar a little wider than your shoulders, palms forward, and unhook it with your arms straight.
- Lower the bar slowly to about chin height.
- Push it back up until your arms are almost straight.
Beginner tip: Lower the bar to chin height and keep your back on the pad.