Barbell bench press from behind the head in the Smith simulator
About this exercise
"Barbell bench press from behind the head in the Smith simulator" targets the खाँधيون muscle group, suitable for intermediate level. The main load falls on: Middle, Front. Equipment needed: Flat Bench, Smith Machine.
Description
A variation of the shoulder press in which the barbell is lowered behind the head. It accentuates the middle delta bundles and requires good mobility.
Instructions
1. Sit on a bench with your back to the Smith machine, with the bar behind your head.
2. Remove the neck with a wide grip.
3. As you exhale, press the barbell up until your arms are fully extended.
4. As you inhale, slowly lower the bar behind your head.
Muscles worked
Primary
Secondary
