Which exercise replaces the squat on the Smith machine? 5 alternatives
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Equipe Befit
Reverse grip lat pull down
Primary Equipment
Cable pulley machine
Cable pulley machine
Instructions
- Sit on the bench with your feet and knees positioned on the support
- Hold the bar with your arms extended upward, in line with your shoulders, with your palms facing backward
- Keep your torso upright and your abdomen contracted
- Perform the movement by pulling the bar down until it approaches your chest
- Return in a controlled manner
Tips
- Avoid lifting your hips off the bench support
- Keep your abdomen and glutes contracted
- Avoid using momentum or sudden movements
Target Muscle
Primary
Secondary
Biceps
Shoulders
Biceps
Shoulders
