Shoulders

Shrugs

Strengthen your traps with simple shoulder shrugs.

Primarily targets the trapezius muscles, with benefits for the upper back and posture.

Body Part: Shoulders
Level: Beginner
,
Intermediate
Muscles: Traps
Modality: Isolation
Direction: Pull
Equipment: Dumbbells
Barbell
Goal: Strength
,
Hypertrophy

How to do:

1. Stand upright, holding a dumbbell or barbell in each hand. 2. Keep your arms fully extended at your sides. 3. Shrug your shoulders as high as possible. 4. Hold for a second at the top, then slowly lower your shoulders back down. 5. Repeat for 12-15 reps. 6. Complete 3-4 sets.

Tips:

- Keep your back straight and avoid using momentum. - Exhale as you shrug your shoulders up and inhale as you lower them. - Focus on slow, controlled movements for maximum activation.

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