How to Do Barbell Shrugs
Barbell shrugs are an isolation exercise used to target your upper trapezius muscle. It is a simple and quick workout but still very effective.
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Instructions
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How to Do Barbell Shrugs
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Stand upright with your knees slightly bent and your feet shoulder width apart.
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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.
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Shrug your shoulders up as high as possible and pause briefly at the top.
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Slowly lower your shoulders back to the starting position. Repeat.
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Tips & Warnings
This can also be done with dumbbells.
For more of a challenge, add weight to barbell.
Do not bend your elbows as your lift your shoulders.
