Cable Seated Reverse Shrug (male)

Cable Seated Reverse Shrug demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit at a low pulley cable station and hold the cable bar with an overhand grip.
  • 2Start with your arms fully extended and shoulders down.
  • 3Pull your shoulder blades down and back, contracting your trapezius muscles.
  • 4Hold for a moment and then slowly return to the starting position.
  • 5Repeat for several repetitions.

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight and chest lifted throughout the exercise.
  • Avoid using your biceps or forearms to do the work; the movement should originate from your shoulders.
  • Avoid shrugging your shoulders towards your ears, the movement should be downwards.
  • Control the weight through the entire range of motion, avoid letting the weight drop quickly.

Cable Seated Reverse Shrug Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs