Barbell Shrug
This is an exercise for trapezius strengthening.
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Muscle groups
- Shoulders
- Primary muscles
- Trapezius
How to perform this exercise
- Stand on the floor with your abs drawn in and your back straight.
- Grasp a barbell with a grip a little wider than shoulder width at arms length.
- Drop your shoulders as much as possible to start.
- Raise your shoulder as high as possible.
- Pause for a moment at the top and then return to starting position in a controlled motion.
- Repeat.
Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.
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