This exercise may seem safe to perform compared to the squat rack, but this is not true. No matter which of the two you choose to do, when you put the weight on your shoulders and go down, you may have a hard time keeping your spine straight. Also, the exercises would put unnecessary stress on your knees and you may not get the full benefits of this leg workout. Instead of the Smith machine squat and squat rack, you can opt for dumbbell thrusters or dumbbell squats to target your upper body.
Read more: Weight Loss: The Right Way To End Your Workout For Maximum Benefit
.
