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Smith Seated Shoulder Press

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Sets × Reps @ Weight
/log smith_seated_shoulder_press 3x10@45
also valid: /log smith-seated-shoulder-press 3x10@45 · /log smith seated shoulder press 3x10@45
Sets × Reps
/log smith_seated_shoulder_press 3x10
also valid: /log smith-seated-shoulder-press 3x10 · /log smith seated shoulder press 3x10
Reps
/log smith_seated_shoulder_press 20
also valid: /log smith-seated-shoulder-press 20 · /log smith seated shoulder press 20

Underscores, dashes, and spaces are interchangeable — every spelling above logs the same exercise.

Demonstration

Smith Seated Shoulder Press demonstration animation
Demo: Smith Seated Shoulder Press — © Gym visual

How to perform

🎯 DeltsTricepsUpper Back🛠 Smith Machine
  1. Adjust the seat height so that the handles are at shoulder level.
  2. Sit on the machine with your back against the pad and your feet flat on the floor.
  3. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and lift them off the supports, extending your arms fully.
  4. Lower the handles down to shoulder level, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
  5. Press the handles up overhead until your arms are fully extended.
  6. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the handles back down to shoulder level.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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