trapsmachine

lever shrug

lever shrug is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the leverage machine with your back against the pad.

Step 2. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and keep your arms straight.

Step 3. Keeping your back straight, lift your shoulders up towards your ears as high as possible.

Step 4. Hold the contraction for a moment, then slowly lower your shoulders back down to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

traps

Secondary muscles

shoulders

Primary body parts

back

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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