Shrug
Muscle Groups: Traps
Shrug focuses on Traps, with Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Shrug with proper form and technique.
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Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart, 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.
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Lower your shoulders back to the starting position slowly and with control.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Shrug safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your neck relaxed and avoid rolling your shoulders to prevent strain.
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Use light weights to maintain control and avoid injury, especially if you're a beginner.
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Focus on lifting with your shoulders only, not engaging your arms or back.
Secondary Muscles
While 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 Shrug, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as 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.
