Best Bicep And Shoulders Workouts With Weight Machines For Women
About
This workout utilizes weight machines to target the biceps and shoulders effectively.
Machines provide stability during exercises, ensuring proper movement patterns and concentrated exertion.
Specific exercises include overhead presses and straight arm raises, which engage the shoulders extensively, along with pulling movements that incorporate both the biceps and deltoids.
Repetitions and weights are calibrated based on the average physique of women aged 34, weighing 140 lbs, and standing 5'5", but adjustments should be made to suit individual capabilities.
Whether you are a beginner or seeking focused muscle engagement, this approach facilitates safe and efficient progress towards your fitness goals.
Workout 1
Shoulders, Biceps

Machine Lateral Raise
15reps15lbs25reps15lbs35reps15lbs45reps15lbs55reps15lbs
Machine Bicep Curl
18reps22.5lbs28reps22.5lbs38reps22.5lbs
Machine Preacher Curl
110reps22.5lbs210reps22.5lbs310reps22.5lbs
Machine Shoulder Press
112reps20lbs212reps20lbs
Smith Machine One-Arm Upright Row
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Smith Machine Overhead Shoulder Press
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The 7 Best Bicep and Shoulders Exercises with Weight Machines for Women
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1. Machine Lateral Raise
Machine Lateral Raise demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED561,098Shoulders Strength92 mScoreShoulders
Shoulder Shrug MachineThe Machine Lateral Raise is a shoulder exercise done on a machine that provides support and stability. It helps you focus on strengthening your shoulders in a controlled way.
How to do it
- Sit facing the machine with your arms resting on the pads.
- Keep your chest up and back straight.
- Lift your arms out to the side until they are level with the floor.
- Pause briefly, then lower your arms back to the starting position.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps22.5lbs28reps22.5lbs38reps22.5lbs2. Machine Shoulder Press
Machine Shoulder Press demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED1,196,498Shoulders Strength94 mScoreShoulders
Shoulder Press MachineThe Machine Shoulder Press is a safe and effective exercise that targets your shoulders using a machine. It helps you build strength while providing stability, making it ideal for beginners to learn the movement.
How to do it
- Sit upright in the shoulder press machine with your back against the pad.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together and keep your heels on the ground.
- Grip the handles with an overhand grip just outside shoulder-width.
- Brace your core and push the handles overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the handles back to the starting position.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps25lbs28reps25lbs38reps25lbs3. Smith Machine One-Arm Upright Row
Smith Machine One-Arm Upright Row demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED86,130Shoulders Strength89 mScoreShoulders
Smith MachineThe Smith Machine One-Arm Upright Row is a shoulder exercise that uses one arm at a time for added challenge. It helps build shoulder strength while ensuring you balance strength between both sides.
How to do it
- Stand upright and grab the bar of the Smith machine with your right arm, just outside your shoulder, resting it on your thighs.
- Unhook the bar and pull it up towards your chest by bending your right elbow.
- Keep your back straight and lower the bar back to your thighs after reaching chest height. Repeat on the left side.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps15lbs28reps15lbs38reps15lbs4. Smith Machine Overhead Shoulder Press
Smith Machine Overhead Shoulder Press demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED318,975Shoulders Strength77 mScoreShoulders
Smith MachineThe Smith Machine Overhead Shoulder Press is a safe way to work your shoulder muscles. This exercise uses a Smith Machine for better control and stability while pressing the bar overhead.
How to do it
- Set the Smith Machine bar at shoulder height.
- Sit under the bar with it at chest level.
- Position your elbows under the bar and palms facing up, then stand up to lift the bar.
- Engage your core and press the bar straight up until your arms are fully extended above your head.
- Lower the bar back to the starting position at chest level.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps25lbs28reps25lbs38reps25lbs5. Machine Bicep Curl
Machine Bicep Curl demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED1,286,734Biceps Strength94 mScoreBiceps
Bicep Curl MachineThe Machine Bicep Curl is an exercise that strengthens the biceps using a fixed machine. It provides stability, allowing you to focus on your workout without worrying about balance.
How to do it
- Sit upright in the bicep curl machine and rest your arms on the pads.
- Grab the handles with an underhand grip.
- With your arms parallel to your shoulders, bend your elbows to lift the handles while keeping your upper arms on the pads.
- Lower the handles back to the starting position after they touch your biceps.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps30lbs28reps30lbs38reps30lbs6. Machine Preacher Curl
Machine Preacher Curl demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED1,100,200Biceps Strength83 mScoreBiceps
Preacher Curl MachineThe Machine Preacher Curl is a simple exercise that helps strengthen your biceps. Using the preacher curl machine keeps your elbows stable, allowing you to focus on lifting the weight effectively for better results.
How to do it
- Sit down in the preacher curl machine and press your chest against the pad.
- Grab the handles with an underhand grip, extending your arms over the pad.
- Keep your upper arms against the pad and curl the handles toward your biceps by bending your elbows.
- Lower the handles back to the starting position once your forearms touch your biceps.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps30lbs28reps30lbs38reps30lbs7. Machine Reverse Fly
Machine Reverse Fly demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED337,277Shoulders Strength81 mScoreShoulders
Fly MachineThe Machine Reverse Fly exercise targets your shoulders, focusing on the back of your shoulder. Using a machine makes it easier to control the motion and provides a stable, comfortable position.
How to do it
- Sit facing the machine with the seat adjusted so you can hold the handles at shoulder height.
- Push the handles apart until your arms are straight out to the sides.
- Slowly return to the starting position.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps22.5lbs28reps22.5lbs38reps22.5lbs
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