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Animated demo of Smith Incline Shoulder Raises targeting Serratus Anterior
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Smith Incline Shoulder Raises

An exercise for the Chest - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partChest Target muscleSerratus Anterior EquipmentSmith Machine

Step by step

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

Muscles worked

Serratus Anterior (primary)DeltoidsTrapezius

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