Smith Upright Row

deltsshoulderssmith machine

Learn how to do the Smith Upright Row with proper form and technique. This smith machine exercise primarily targets your Delts, with secondary emphasis on Traps, Biceps.

Smith Upright Row exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Smith Upright Row

Follow these steps to perform the Smith Upright Row with correct form:

  1. 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, facing the smith machine.
  2. 2Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. 3Keep your back straight and your core engaged.
  4. 4Pull the barbell up towards your chin, leading with your elbows.
  5. 5Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Smith Upright Row Muscles Worked

Primary

delts

Secondary

trapsbiceps

Exercise Details

Equipment
smith machine
Body Part
shoulders
Category
Extended

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