Cable shrug
The cable shrug is an isolation exercise targeting the trapezius muscles. It involves using a cable machine to lift the shoulders towards the ears, focusing on the upper traps.
At a glance
- Area
- Back
- Main muscle
- Traps
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your arms straight throughout the movement.
- Focus on lifting with your traps, not your arms.
- Avoid rolling your shoulders; lift them straight up and down.
- Maintain a neutral spine and avoid leaning forward or backward.
What to watch out for
- Shoulder impingement
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Severe neck pain
Also known as
Scrollate ai cavi, Trapezius Exercise, Traps Workout