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Smith Shrug

Smith Shrug demonstration

How to do it

  1. 1The smith shrug is an exercise performed on a Smith machine to target the trapezius muscles.

Coaching cues

  • Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
  • Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  • Keep your arms straight and your shoulders relaxed.
  • Lift your shoulders up towards your ears, squeezing your traps at the top.
  • Hold for a moment, then slowly lower your shoulders back down to the starting position.
  • Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Equipment

machine
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