Traps · Leverage machine · Beginner
How to do Lever Shrug
The lever shrug is a machine-based exercise targeting the trapezius muscles. It involves elevating the shoulders while keeping the arms straight, using a leverage machine for resistance.
- Primary muscle
- Traps
- Also works
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Level
- Beginner
- Category
- Back
How to do Lever Shrug, step by step
- Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the leverage machine with your back against the pad.
- Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and keep your arms straight.
- Keeping your back straight, lift your shoulders up towards your ears as high as possible.
- Hold the contraction for a moment, then slowly lower your shoulders back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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