Barbell shrug

Barbell shrug

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Traps

Secondary Muscles

shoulders

Equipment

Barbell

Body Part

Back

The barbell shrug is a strength exercise targeting the trapezius muscles. It involves lifting the shoulders towards the ears while holding a barbell, focusing on building upper back and neck strength.

The barbell shrug is a strength exercise targeting the trapezius muscles. It involves lifting the shoulders towards the ears while holding a barbell, focusing on building upper back and neck strength.

The barbell shrug is a strength exercise targeting the trapezius muscles. It involves lifting the shoulders towards the ears while holding a barbell, focusing on building upper back and neck strength.

How to Do the Barbell shrug

How to Do the Barbell shrug

How to Do the Barbell shrug

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell in front of you with an overhand grip. Keep your arms straight and your back straight throughout the exercise. Lift your shoulders up towards your ears as high as possible, squeezing your traps at the top. Hold for a moment, then slowly lower your shoulders back down to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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