The smith back shrug is a strength exercise targeting the trapezius muscles, performed using a smith machine. It involves lifting the shoulders straight up towards the ears while holding a barbell, focusing on squeezing the traps at the top of the movement.
Also Works
Shoulders
How to Perform
1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
2
Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
3
Keep your arms straight and allow the barbell to hang in front of your thighs.
4
Lift your shoulders straight up towards your ears, squeezing your traps at the top.
5
Hold for a moment, then lower your shoulders back down to the starting position.