Machine Lever Bench Press Shrug
The Machine Lever Bench Press Shrug is a compound exercise that mainly works the traps, with help from the neck. You'll need: chest press machine.
Required Equipment
Machine Lever Bench Press Shrug Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Secondary
Neck (back) (levator scapulae)
How to do the Machine Lever Bench Press Shrug
Stand tall facing inside the bench press machine or beside the handles with your feet about shoulder-width apart.
Grip the handles securely with your arms fully extended downward and chest lifted proud.
Exhale as you elevate your shoulders straight up toward your ears in a shrugging motion.
Pause briefly at the top to squeeze your traps hard, keeping your arms straight throughout.
Inhale as you slowly lower your shoulders back down to the starting position with control.
Machine Lever Bench Press Shrug FAQs
What muscles does the Machine Lever Bench Press Shrug work?
The Machine Lever Bench Press Shrug mainly works the traps, with help from the neck. The main muscles are the trapezius.
What equipment do you need for the Machine Lever Bench Press Shrug?
Chest press machine.
Is the Machine Lever Bench Press Shrug a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Machine Lever Bench Press Shrug go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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