Trapezius exercise

Machine Shrug

How to do the Machine Shrug with correct form — the muscles worked, equipment, and step-by-step technique from the Fitonist exercise library.

Assume a standing position in front of the shrug machine. Hinge forward and grasp both handles with a double overhand grip. Assume a standing position, inhale, and contract the traps to elevate the shoulders. Squeeze hard at the top and slowly lower the bar back to the starting…
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Illustration showing the Machine Shrug
Targets

Muscles worked

Trapezius muscle Trapezius Primary Shoulders muscle Shoulders Secondary Back muscle Back Secondary
Gear

Equipment

Shrug machine Shrug machine
Technique

How to do the Machine Shrug

  1. 1 Assume a standing position in front of the shrug machine.
  2. 2 Hinge forward and grasp both handles with a double overhand grip.
  3. 3 Assume a standing position, inhale, and contract the traps to elevate the shoulders. Squeeze hard at the top and slowly lower the bar back to the starting position.