Smith seated shoulder press
The Smith Seated Shoulder Press is a compound exercise targeting the deltoid muscles, performed using a Smith machine. It provides stability and allows for controlled movement, making it suitable for intermediate lifters aiming to build shoulder strength and size.
At a glance
- Area
- Shoulders
- Main muscle
- Delts
- Secondary muscles
- Serratus anterior
- Equipment
- Smith machine
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your back straight and pressed against the bench.
- Do not lock out your elbows at the top of the movement.
- Control the bar throughout the entire range of motion.
What to watch out for
- shoulder impingement
- rotator cuff injuries
- severe arthritis
Also known as
Distensioni seduto alla smith machine, smith machine shoulder press, smith machine overhead press, shoulder press, overhead press, smith machine