Lever gripless shrug
The lever gripless shrug is a machine-based exercise targeting the trapezius muscles. It involves lifting the shoulders towards the ears without gripping the handles, focusing on the upper traps.
At a glance
- Area
- Back
- Main muscle
- Traps
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged.
- Lift your shoulders straight up towards your ears.
- Avoid using your arms to lift the weight.
- Control the movement on the way down.
What to watch out for
- Shoulder impingement
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Severe neck pain
Also known as
Scrollata senza presa alla macchina a leve, trap exercise, machine shrug, scrollata senza presa