Smith Machine Behind the Back Shrug

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

1. 01Stand facing away from the Smith machine and grip the bar behind the thighs with straight arms.
2. 02Lift the chest, brace the trunk, and keep the head in a neutral position.
3. 03Elevate the shoulders straight upward without bending the elbows or rolling the shoulders.
4. 04Pause briefly at the top while maintaining control of the bar.
5. 05Lower the shoulders slowly to the starting position and repeat.