How to do the Cable Shrugs
- 1
Grasp a cable bar attachment that is attached to a low pulley with a shoulder width or slightly wider overhand (palms facing down) grip.
- 2
Stand erect close to the pulley with your arms extended in front of you holding the bar. This will be your starting position.
- 3
Lift the bar by elevating the shoulders as high as possible as you exhale. Hold the contraction at the top for a second. Tip: The arms should remain extended at all times. Refrain from using the biceps to help lift the bar. Only the shoulders should be moving up and down.
- 4
Lower the bar back to the original position.
- 5
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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