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§ L · Exercises · NeckUpdated 6/2026

Lever Shrug (plate loaded)

An effective exercise for strengthening the upper trapezius.

Muscle group
Neck
Equipment
Machine
Exercise type
Isolation
Technique
Basic technique

Muscles worked

§ 01 · Muscles
Primary muscle
Neck
Supporting muscles
Forearm

How to perform

§ 02 · Steps
  1. 01

    Position yourself in front of the machine so the shoulder pads rest on your shoulders, with your feet in a stable hip-width stance.

  2. 02

    Grip the handles with a neutral grip and keep your arms almost straight.

  3. 03

    Brace your core and keep your back in a neutral position throughout the movement.

  4. 04

    Raise your shoulders straight up and squeeze your traps without rolling your shoulders.

  5. 05

    Hold the contraction at the top for 1–2 seconds, then lower back to the starting position under control.

How to get started at the gym

§ 03 · SisuLift

Lever Shrug (plate loaded) is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.

  • ·A ready training program based on your goal
  • ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
  • ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
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Tips

§ 04 · Tips

Avoid rolling your shoulders; the movement should travel straight up and down. Use a controlled motion without jerking, and choose a weight that allows you to feel a strong contraction.

An effective exercise for strengthening the upper trapezius.

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