Smith Machine Overhead Shoulder Press
The Smith Machine Overhead Shoulder Press is a compound strength exercise performed on a machine. It primarily targets the shoulders, with the triceps working as a secondary muscle. Suitable for beginners.
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles
Level
beginnerMechanic
compoundEquipment
machineCategory
strength
Instructions
- Sit on a bench with back support inside a Smith machine.
- Position the bar at shoulder height and grip it wider than shoulder-width.
- Unrack the bar and press it overhead until arms are extended.
- Lower the bar back to shoulder height with control.
- Keep your core tight throughout the movement.