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Smith Seated Shoulder Press

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Delts accessibility Shoulders
Triceps Upper Back

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Smith Machine

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

5.5

Force

push

Smith Seated Shoulder Press is a intermediate multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Delts in the Shoulders region. Performed using smith machine, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Triceps and Upper Back.

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1

Adjust the seat height so that the handles are at shoulder level.

2

Sit on the machine with your back against the pad and your feet flat on the floor.

3

Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and lift them off the supports, extending your arms fully.

4

Lower the handles down to shoulder level, keeping your elbows slightly bent.

5

Press the handles up overhead until your arms are fully extended.

6

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the handles back down to shoulder level.

7

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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