Barbell Shrug demonstration

Barbell Shrug.

Shrug your shoulders holding a barbell. Builds the upper traps.

Traps Barbell beginner back

How to do it

  1. Stand tall. Bar in front of thighs, shoulder-width grip.
  2. Shrug straight up.
  3. Lower under control.

Form cues

  • Bar in front of the thighs
  • Shrug straight up, no neck movement
  • Hold the squeeze 1 second at the top

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