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Exercise Lab

Shrug

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Equipment

  • Torque TQ5 (Vertical Home Gym)

Muscle Groups

  • Back
  • Neck

Purposes

  • Trapezius (neck) strength.
  • Shoulder strength.
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Description

  • Adjust swivel mid pulleys to lowest position. Attach optional Low Row Bar (TQLR). Set resistance.
  • Stand behind the pulley and grasp the bar with hands shoulder width apart, palms facing in and the curve of the bar upwards. Arms comfortably in front of your body with a slight bend in the elbows.
  • Raise shoulders straight upward keeping upper body straight, do not slouch over, keep arms straight down in front of your body.
  • Slowly return to start position and repeat.

ProTip

  • Keep your back straight and your chest up.

Mistakes

  • Dropping your chin towards your chest.
  • Making a circular motion with your shoulders.