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.

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.

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.

How to Do the Lever shrug

How to Do the Lever shrug

How to Do the Lever shrug

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.

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Traps

Traps

Secondary Muscles

shoulders

Equipment

Leverage machine

Body Part

Back

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