Cable Shrugs vs Leverage Shrug

Grasp a cable bar attachment that is attached to a low pulley with a shoulder width or slightly wider overhand (palms facing down) grip.

Stand erect close to the pulley with your arms extended in front of you holding the bar. This will be your starting position.

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.

Lower the bar back to the original position.

Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Load the pins to an appropriate weight. Position yourself directly between the handles.

Grasp the top handles with a comfortable grip, and then lower your hips as you take a breath. Look forward with your head and keep your chest up.

Drive through the floor with your heels, extending your hips and knees as you rise to a standing position. Keep your arms straight throughout the movement, finishing with your shoulders back. This will be your starting position.

Raise the weight by shrugging the shoulders towards your ears, moving straight up and down.

Pause at the top of the motion, and then return the weight to the starting position.