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Upper Back · Beginner

Shrug Machine

Upper-trap strengthening drill lifting the shoulders under control with machine.

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Shrug Machine demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

Upper BackTraps Neck

Equipment

Shrug Machine

Sets × reps

3 × 15

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Adjust the machine so you can hold the handles with straight arms, a tall chest, and the shoulders in a neutral starting position.
  2. 02Brace the trunk and keep the head centered without bending the elbows.
  3. 03Elevate the shoulders straight upward toward the ears without rolling them forward or backward.
  4. 04Pause briefly at the top while maintaining a long neck and steady grip.
  5. 05Lower the shoulders slowly to the starting position and repeat.

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