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Smith Hip Raise

A machines movement targeting the abs. Follow the steps below and keep every repetition controlled.

Target · absEquipment · smith machineCategory · waist

Technique

How to perform it

  1. Position yourself on the smith machine with your back against the pad and your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Place your hands on the barbell, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Engage your core and glutes, then push through your heels to raise your hips off the ground.
  4. Continue lifting until your body forms a straight line from your knees to your shoulders.
  5. Hold for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your hips back down to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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