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Calf-Machine Shoulder Shrug

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Estimated starting range low
127–209.5 lb × 8–12 Typical for your bodyweight

How to do it

  1. 1Position yourself on the calf machine so that the shoulder pads are above your shoulders. Your torso should be straight with the arms extended normally by your side. This will be your starting position.
  2. 2Raise your shoulders up towards your ears as you exhale and hold the contraction for a full second.
  3. 3Slowly return to the starting position as you inhale.
  4. 4Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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