Smith Rear Delt Row demonstration
Equipmentsmith machine
Difficultybeginner
deltsshoulders

Smith Rear Delt Row

The smith rear delt row is a machine-based exercise targeting the rear deltoids, with secondary emphasis on the trapezius, rhomboids, and biceps. It involves pulling a bar towards your chest while keeping your chest against a pad, focusing on squeezing the shoulder blades together.

Step-by-Step Form & Technique

  1. 1.Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your chest against the pad and your feet flat on the ground.
  2. 2.Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. 3.Keep your back straight and your core engaged as you pull the handles towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  4. 4.Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly release the handles back to the starting position.
  5. 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

trapeziusrhomboidsbiceps

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