Seated Cable Shrug
Description
This exercise tries to isolate the back muscles using the cable rows without using bending the arms. This surely is a great addition to any back or pull exercise routine.
Benefits
- This exercise targets the back muscles without the help of the elbow flexors.
- This is also a great exercise to practice and train the scapular retractors of the back.
Risks
- Proper execution and weight progression is advised when performing this exercise so avoid compensations and injuries.
- This exercise can injure the lower back if not properly executed or with a bad form.
Additional Information
Target Muscles
Traps
Secondary Muscles
Stabilizer Muscles
N/A
Experience
Beginner (1-2 years)
Equipment
Row Cable Machine, Triangle Lat/Low Row Attachment
Exercise Type
Strength
Exertion
Cardio Intensity
Force
Pull
Mechanic
Isolated
Force Detail
Bilateral
Functions
N/A
Intensity
N/A
Bearing
N/A
Impact
N/A
Utilities
N/A
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