Both the shoulder shrug and upright row work your levator scapulae, a muscle located on the back side of your neck. This muscle is integral in movements of your spine and scapula, located in your upper back, below your shoulders.
Shallots are a member of the allium family, just like onions, leeks, and garlic. While often thought of as smaller, milder onions, shallots are their own species and aren't simply small onions. They have a slightly sweeter edge than most onions, especially when cooked.
Shallots are less bitter than onions. When cooked, they take on a sweet edge that is lovely. Some people will find that shallots make for a nice, mellow substitution for stronger and more pungent garlic.