Cable Lying Shrug Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Trapezius Upper Fibers
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Trapezius Upper Fibers
- Secondary Muscles
- Levator Scapulae
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Shrug
How to: Cable Lying Shrug
- Lie on your back on a bench or mat with a cable attachment set low.
- Grab the cable with both hands, arms fully extended above your head.
- Keeping your arms straight, lift your shoulders towards your ears.
- Hold for a moment at the top and then lower back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not fully extending the arms before the lift.
- Using excessive weight, compromising form.
- Lifting the shoulders too high, straining the neck.
Modifications
- Perform the shrug with lighter weights.
- Reduce the range of motion if experiencing discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your arms straight throughout the movement.
- Focus on lifting through your shoulders rather than using your arms.
- Maintain a neutral neck position to avoid strain.
Cable Lying Shrug Alternatives
Tags
back
shoulders
strength
cable
trapezius
beginners