Smith Behind Neck Press

Starting Position 1. Set the Smith machine barbell at shoulder height. 2. Grip the barbell slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. 3. Position the barbell behind your neck and stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. 4. Keep your back straight and engage your core. During the Exercise 1. Slowly lower the barbell behind your neck. 2. Lower until your elbows form a 90-degree angle. 3. Slowly raise the barbell back to the starting position. Breathing Tips Inhale as you lower the barbell, and exhale as you raise it.