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
Muscles
Traps
Modality
Isolation
Direction
Pull
Equipment
Dumbbells
,
Barbell

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.