Smith Standing Shoulder Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Smith machine
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral, Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Smith Machine Shoulder Press
How to: Smith Standing Shoulder Press
- Set the Smith machine bar to shoulder height.
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width.
- Engage your core, stand tall, and slowly press the bar overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the bar back to shoulder height in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back excessively during the lift.
- Pushing the weight too far back, past the head.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated if standing is uncomfortable.
- Use a lighter weight or perform one-arm variations.
Tips
- Keep your core tight to stabilize your body.
- Ensure your wrists are straight during the motion.
- Lower the bar slowly to maintain control.
Smith Standing Shoulder Press Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
Smith machine
Deltoids
press
upper body