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Smith Incline Shoulder Raises

Smith Incline Shoulder Raises: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: machine.

Technique demo: Smith Incline Shoulder Raises
Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentmachine
  • Body partchest
Primary muscles
serratus anterior, deltoids
Secondary muscles
trapezius
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How to do it

  1. Adjust the smith machine to an incline position.
  2. Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  3. Grasp the bar with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  4. Keep your back straight and core engaged.
  5. Raise the barbell up towards the ceiling, leading with your elbows.
  6. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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