Dumbbell Shrug
The Dumbbell Shrug is an isolation strength exercise performed with dumbbells. It primarily targets the traps. Suitable for beginners.
Primary Muscles
Level
beginnerMechanic
isolationEquipment
dumbbellCategory
strength
Instructions
- Stand holding a dumbbell in each hand at arm's length by your sides.
- Keep your arms straight throughout the movement.
- Shrug your shoulders straight up toward your ears as high as possible.
- Hold the contraction at the top for a moment.
- Lower your shoulders back down slowly and repeat.