Smith Back Wide Shrug
Expert Advice
Focus on a full range of motion and control the weight throughout the exercise, especially during the downward phase to maximize trap engagement.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand inside the Smith machine with your back facing the bar.
- Bend your knees slightly and lean forward, hinging at the hips.
- Grasp the bar with a wide grip, hands beyond shoulder width.
- Lift the bar by shrugging your shoulders up towards your ears, contracting your traps.
- Hold the contraction for a moment, then slowly lower the bar to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Details
Primary
Traps100%
Equipment
Smith machine
Exercise Type
Strength
