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Smith Incline Shoulder Raises exercise animation

Smith Incline Shoulder Raises

Category
Chest
Equipment
Smith Machine
Target
Serratus Anterior

This targets the serratus anterior — the muscle along the ribs that helps rotate and stabilize the shoulder blade — through an incline raise pattern that isolates it more directly than most pressing movements do. It's a niche accessory exercise, usually programmed for shoulder health or to address visible winging of the scapula rather than for size. Light weight and a slow tempo matter more here than load.

How to Do the Smith Incline Shoulder Raises

  1. Adjust the smith machine to an incline position.
  2. Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  3. Grasp the bar with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  4. Keep your back straight and core engaged.
  5. Raise the barbell up towards the ceiling, leading with your elbows.
  6. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

The Smith Incline Shoulder Raises primarily targets the Serratus Anterior, with Deltoids as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Trapezius.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have smith machine? These target the same serratus anterior with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Smith Incline Shoulder Raises work?
The Smith Incline Shoulder Raises primarily targets the serratus anterior, with the deltoids and trapezius assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Smith Incline Shoulder Raises?
The Smith Incline Shoulder Raises is done with a smith machine.
What's a good alternative to the Smith Incline Shoulder Raises?
If you don't have access to a smith machine, the Incline Scapula Push Up targets the same serratus anterior using body weight instead.