Serratus Shrug

Muscle Groups: Shoulders

Serratus Shrug focuses on Shoulders, with Traps, Triceps, Chest working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Serratus Shrug with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart and arms relaxed by your sides.

  2. 2

    Press your shoulders down and away from your ears, then lift your shoulder blades upward as if trying to touch your ears with them.

  3. 3

    Hold the top position for a moment, then slowly lower your shoulder blades back down to the starting position.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Serratus Shrug safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your core engaged to maintain stability throughout the exercise.

  • Avoid shrugging your shoulders forward; keep your neck aligned with your spine.

  • Move in a smooth, controlled manner to prevent strain on your shoulder joints.

Secondary Muscles

While Serratus Shrug primarily targets Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Traps, Triceps, Chest . 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 Serratus Shrug, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Serratus 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.

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