Smith Standing Military Press

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Learn how to do the Smith Standing Military Press with proper form and technique. This smith machine exercise primarily targets your Delts, with secondary emphasis on Triceps, Upper Back.

Smith Standing Military Press exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Smith Standing Military Press

Follow these steps to perform the Smith Standing Military Press with correct form:

  1. 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
  2. 2Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. 3Lift the barbell off the rack and bring it down to shoulder level, with your palms facing forward.
  4. 4Press the barbell upward until your arms are fully extended overhead.
  5. 5Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to shoulder level.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Smith Standing Military Press Muscles Worked

Primary

delts

Secondary

tricepsupper back

Exercise Details

Equipment
smith machine
Body Part
shoulders
Category
Extended

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Smith Standing Military Press work?

The Smith Standing Military Press primarily targets your Delts. Secondary muscles worked include Triceps, Upper Back. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your shoulders.

What equipment do I need for the Smith Standing Military Press?

The Smith Standing Military Press requires smith machine. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Smith Standing Military Press with proper form?

Start by stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.. Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Lift the barbell off the rack and bring it down to shoulder level, with your palms facing forward. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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