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Machine Shrug

A accessory isolation movement for back.

Equipment

machines

Typical range

8–25 reps

Also trains

shoulders

Set up

Stand or sit centered with the handles held evenly at the sides.

Execute

Elevate the shoulders straight upward, pause, and lower fully.

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled path, then return the load safely.

Coaching cues

• Move shoulders toward ears.
• Use a repeatable range.

Common mistakes

• Rolling the shoulders or bending the elbows.
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.