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Smith Machine Seated Overhead Press

Main muscle
Front Delts
Muscle group
Shoulders
Equipment
Smith machine

How to do it

  1. 1Sit on a bench positioned under the bar with back support.
  2. 2Unrack the bar and hold it at shoulder height.
  3. 3Press the bar straight up until your arms are extended.
  4. 4Avoid arching your lower back as you press.
  5. 5Lower the bar back to shoulder height under control.

Coaching cues

  • Press straight up
  • Keep your ribs down
  • Control the lowering
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