Barbell Shrug
The Barbell Shrug is an isolation strength exercise performed with a barbell. It primarily targets the traps. Suitable for beginners.
Primary Muscles
Level
beginnerMechanic
isolationEquipment
barbellCategory
strength
Instructions
- Stand upright holding a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- Keep your arms straight throughout the movement.
- Elevate your shoulders as high as possible, as if trying to touch your ears with your shoulders.
- Hold the contraction at the top for a moment, then slowly lower the bar back to the starting position.
- Avoid rolling your shoulders; focus on straight up-and-down movement.