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Calf-Machine Shoulder Shrug

Main muscles
Traps
Also works
None listed
Equipment
Machine
Level
Beginner
Type
Isolation · Pull

How to do it

  1. 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.
  2. Raise your shoulders up towards your ears as you exhale and hold the contraction for a full second.
  3. Slowly return to the starting position as you inhale.
  4. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Quick answers

What muscles does the Calf-Machine Shoulder Shrug work?
Mainly the traps.
What equipment do I need?
Machine.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes, it is rated beginner level.
How do I track progress on it?
Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.

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