Smith Back Wide Shrug

Smith Back Wide Shrug demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand upright and hold the smith machine bar behind your back at arm's length
  • 2Lift your shoulders up in a shrug
  • 3Hold this position for a second
  • 4Lower the bar back down slowly
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of reps

Tips:

  • Avoid using your biceps to lift the bar
  • Try to raise your shoulders as high as you can
  • Avoid rolling your shoulders during the exercise
  • Keep your head and neck in a neutral position throughout

Smith Back Wide Shrug Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs