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Smith Upright Row

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Delts accessibility Shoulders
Traps Biceps

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Smith Machine

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

5.5

Force

pull

Smith Upright Row is a intermediate multi-joint compound pulling exercise targeting the Delts in the Shoulders region. Performed using smith machine, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Traps and Biceps.

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1

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, facing the smith machine.

2

Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

3

Keep your back straight and your core engaged.

4

Pull the barbell up towards your chin, leading with your elbows.

5

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.

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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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