deltssmith machine
smith shoulder press
smith shoulder press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the smith machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Step 2. Grasp the bar with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Step 3. Lift the bar off the rack and position it at shoulder level, with your elbows bent and palms facing forward.
Step 4. Press the bar upward until your arms are fully extended overhead.
Step 5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the bar back down to shoulder level.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
delts
Secondary muscles
tricepsupper back
Primary body parts
shoulders
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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