GymPlan AICalf-Machine Shoulder Shrug
Calf-Machine Shoulder Shrug is a beginner isolation machine exercise that mainly works your traps.
💪 Traps🏋️ Machine📈 Beginner🔗 Isolation🎯 3 sets of 10-15 reps
How to do the calf-machine shoulder shrug
- 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.
Muscles worked
Primary: Traps
Sets and reps
Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.
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What muscles does the calf-machine shoulder shrug work?
It mainly works your traps.
How many sets and reps of calf-machine shoulder shrug should I do?
Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.
Is the calf-machine shoulder shrug good for beginners?
Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.