Exercise
Smith Machine Behind-the-Neck Press
Also known as: smith standing behind head military press, smith behind the neck press, smith btn press
Smith Machine Behind-the-Neck Press is a compound exercise for the shoulders. Main target: lateral deltoid. Also works: anterior deltoid, triceps long head and upper traps. Equipment: smith machine.
Muscles worked
How to do it
- Place a bench inside the Smith machine and sit so the bar travels just behind your head; grab the bar with a wide grip.
- Unrack and lower the bar behind your head to about ear level — only as deep as shoulder mobility allows.
- Press the bar straight up until the arms are extended.
- Repeat for the desired reps, keeping the movement slow and controlled.
Similar exercises
Smith Machine One-Arm Upright Row
Smith machine
Lateral deltoid
Smith Machine Overhead Shoulder Press
Smith machine
Anterior deltoid
Smith Machine Rear Delt Row
Smith machine
Posterior deltoid
Smith Incline Shoulder Raise
Smith machine
Anterior deltoid
Alternatives with other equipment
Side Lateral Raise
Dumbbell
Lateral deltoid
Upright Barbell Row
Barbell
Lateral deltoid
Cable Lateral Raise
Cable
Lateral deltoid
Lateral Raise - With Bands
Bands
Lateral deltoid
Machine Lateral Raise
Machine
Lateral deltoid
Arm Circles
Bodyweight
Lateral deltoid
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