Ejercicio de Press de hombros sentado en máquina Smith

Press de hombros con máquina Smith ¿Cómo hacerlo correctamente?

Press militar con máquina Smith (sentado)

Press de hombros en máquina Smith (de pie)

Male

Smith Seated Shoulder Press

Muscles involved

The Smith seated shoulder press using a machine is a fantastic movement to target and awaken the upper body safely and effectively. By pressing the weight along a guided path, you channel all the effort straight into your shoulders without wasting energy on balance. Developing strong, reliable shoulders matters immensely both during your training sessions and throughout your regular daily routine. Think about how often you need to lift luggage into overhead bins, reach for high shelves, or push heavy doors open. All those everyday movements rely heavily on these precise muscles. Keeping your shoulders active and strong ensures you carry out daily tasks effortlessly while keeping your joints protected and resilient over time.

How to do it

1. Sit on a bench under a Smith machine and grip the bar with a wide grip. 2. Unrack the bar and press it over your head without locking your elbows. 3. Lower the bar in a controlled manner until your arms are parallel to the floor. 4. Press upward again and repeat the movement.

Equipment required

Máquina

Muscles worked

Tips

- Use a bench with a backrest for greater stability and lumbar support. - Do not lock your elbows at the top of the movement. - Lower the bar in a controlled manner, as far as your shoulder mobility safely allows.