Shrug – Barbell
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip.
- Keep your arms fully extended and your shoulders relaxed.
- Slowly raise your shoulders as high as possible, as if you are trying to touch your ears with them.
- Hold the contracted position for a brief pause, squeezing your shoulder muscles.
- Lower your shoulders back down to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Primary Muscles
- Trap
Secondary Muscles
- Forearm - Inner
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