Starting Position
1. Set the Smith machine barbell at shoulder height.
2. Sit on the bench with your back straight and feet firmly planted on the floor.
3. Grip the barbell with your hands shoulder-width apart.
4. Ensure your wrists are straight and not bent.
During the Exercise
1. Slowly press the barbell upward, fully extending your arms.
2. Use the strength of your shoulders and arms to lift the barbell.
3. Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
Breathing Tips
Exhale as you lift the barbell, and inhale as you lower it.