Exercise

Calf-Machine Shoulder Shrug

Also known as: calf machine shrug, standing calf machine shrug, calf raise machine shrug, shoulder shrug calf machine

Calf-Machine Shoulder Shrug is a isolation exercise for the traps. Main target: upper traps. Equipment: machine.

EquipmentMachine

TypeIsolation

MovementPull

CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

Primary

Position yourself on the calf machine so that the shoulder pads are above your shoulders. Your torso should be straight with the arms extended normally by your side. This will be your starting position.
Raise your shoulders up towards your ears as you exhale and hold the contraction for a full second.
Slowly return to the starting position as you inhale.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.