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Best Pull Day Workouts With Smith Machine For Men

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Smith Machines are designed with barbells fixed to tracks, enabling controlled and stabilized movements.

Pull exercises emphasize the back and biceps through both horizontal and vertical pulling movements.

The recommended exercises are structured considering preferences and averages, while individual ability will vary.

Repetitions and weight are tailored for an average male of height 5’10”, weight 180 lbs, and age 35 years old.

Using the Smith Machine in a pull day workout, incorporating compound and isolation movements, can efficiently target and engage these muscle groups.

Incorporate these PPL workouts into your routine for effective progress.

The 2 Best Pull Day Exercises with Smith Machine for Men

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  • 1. Smith Machine Bent Over Row

    Smith Machine Bent Over Row demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
    SETS LOGGED
    865,614
    Back Strength
    87 mScore
    Back
    Photo of Smith Machine
    Smith Machine

    The Smith Machine Bent Over Row is an exercise that targets the back muscles using a Smith Machine for added stability. It helps beginners improve their form and strength while performing the row movement.

    How to do it

    1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and bar at knee height.
    2. Engage your core and hinge at your hips while bending your knees to reach for the bar.
    3. Grab the bar with palms facing you.
    4. Lift the bar by bending your elbows to bring it to your belly button level.
    5. Lower the bar back to knee height and repeat.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    8reps
    55lbs
    2
    8reps
    55lbs
    3
    8reps
    55lbs
    Full Video & Instructions

  • 2. Inverted Row

    Inverted Row demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
    SETS LOGGED
    318,451
    Back Strength
    85 mScore
    Back
    Photo of Barbells
    Barbells
    Photo of Smith Machine
    Smith Machine

    The Inverted Row is a bodyweight exercise that strengthens your back while keeping your spine straight. It’s similar to a standard row but allows you to use your own body weight for added stability and support.

    How to do it

    1. Set a barbell at waist height.
    2. Grab the bar with both hands, slightly wider than your shoulders.
    3. Lie under the bar, keeping your body straight from your heels to your shoulders.
    4. Lift your body by bending your elbows and pulling your chest towards the bar.
    5. Lower yourself back to the starting position.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    7reps
    2
    7reps
    3
    7reps
    4
    7reps
    Full Video & Instructions

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