How to Do Barbell Shrugs

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By Mark Sandritter
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Barbell shrugs are an isolation exercise used to target your upper trapezius muscle. It is a simple and quick workout but still very effective.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Stand upright with your knees slightly bent and your feet shoulder width apart.
Step 2

Hold the bar in front of you with an overhand grip and your hands slightly wider than shoulder width. Let the barbell hang at arm's length with your shoulders in a relaxed position.
Step 3

Shrug your shoulders up as high as possible and pause briefly at the top.
Step 4

Slowly lower your shoulders back to the starting position. Repeat.