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Smith Machine Shrug demonstration

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Strength / Smith Machine

Smith Machine Shrug

A Smith machine isolation exercise elevating the shoulders to target the trapezius with a fixed bar path.

Equipment

Smith Machine

Experience

beginner

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Forearm Flexors

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand upright inside a Smith machine with the bar at thigh height.

  2. 02

    Grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width with an overhand grip.

  3. 03

    Unrack the bar and let it hang in front of your thighs.

  4. 04

    Shrug your shoulders straight up toward your ears.

  5. 05

    Hold the top for a moment, then lower slowly.

  6. 06

    Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.