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Smith machine shoulder press

A compound exercise for the front delts, with help from the triceps, side delts. Equipment: smith machine and adjustable bench.

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WorksFront deltsTricepsSide delts

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Upright bench under the bar, bar just in front of the face.
  2. Press to straight arms
  3. Lower to the chin

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