Strength

Barbell Shrug

Barbell Shrug is a simple strength exercise targeting your neck and shoulders, particularly the trap muscles. It aids in building muscle size and improving overall upper body strength.
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Barbell Shrug instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Stand upright, grasping a barbell with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
2
Lower your shoulders as far as possible, then lift them up towards your ears as high as you can.
3
Hold for a second at the top, squeeze your shoulders, then lower them back down.
4
Keep your arms straight throughout the movement and avoid using your biceps or back to lift the barbell.
5
Repeat for the programmed number of reps.
Stand upright, grasping a barbell with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Lower your shoulders as far as possible, then lift them up towards your ears as high as you can.
Hold for a second at the top, squeeze your shoulders, then lower them back down.
Keep your arms straight throughout the movement and avoid using your biceps or back to lift the barbell.
Repeat for the programmed number of reps.
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