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smith incline shoulder raises

smith incline shoulder raises exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: serratus anterior. Equipment: smith machine.

smith incline shoulder raises exercise demonstration
Target muscle
serratus anterior
Muscle group
deltoids
Body part
chest
Equipment
smith machine

Secondary muscles

deltoids, trapezius

How to perform

  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.