Incline Dumbbell Shrug
Muscle Groups: Traps
Incline Dumbbell Shrug focuses on Traps, with Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Incline Dumbbell Shrug with proper form and technique.
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Stand in an inclined position on a bench with your chest against it, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
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Keep your arms straight and lift your shoulders towards your ears, squeezing your traps at the top of the movement.
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Slowly lower your shoulders back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Incline Dumbbell Shrug safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Avoid rolling your shoulders; lift them straight up for better form.
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Keep your neck relaxed and avoid shrugging it up along with your shoulders.
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Use a weight that allows you to maintain proper form throughout the exercise.
Secondary Muscles
While Incline Dumbbell Shrug primarily targets Traps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Incline Dumbbell Shrug, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Incline Dumbbell Shrug, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
