Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Cable Seated Reverse Shrug.
The Cable Seated Reverse Shrug is a back exercise performed at a lat pulldown machine where, instead of pulling the bar down, the arms remain straight and the shoulders are actively depressed to engage the lower trapezius and stabilising back muscles. The cable provides constant tension throughout the range of motion.
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The Cable Seated Reverse Shrug is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.