Smith Upright Row
This is an exercise for shoulder and biceps strengthening.
- Equipment
- Smith machine
- Muscle groups
- Shoulders
- Primary muscles
- Shoulders
- Secondary muscles
- Biceps, Upper back
How to perform this exercise
- Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and your abs drawn in.
- Place the bar on the Smith Machine in the position where your arms are fully extended in front of you.
- Place your hands shoulder width apart and raise the bar up towards your chin with a controlled motion.
- Pause at the top for a moment and rotate your shoulder blades together.
- Lower the bar to the 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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