Smith Shrug
This is an exercise for shoulder strengthening.
- Equipment
- Smith machine
- Muscle groups
- Shoulders
- Primary muscles
- Shoulders
How to perform this exercise
- Place the barbell at waist height.
- Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and your abs drawn in.
- Grasp the bar with an overhand grip and straightened arms.
- As you lift the bar allow the weight to pull your shoulders down, shrug your shoulders up and to the back.
- Hold for a moment and then return to starting position.
Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.
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