Instructions for Proper Form
Barbell Shrug is a variation on the more standard Dumbbell Shrug. Like other shrugs, this is an isolation movement that primarily targets your traps. The use of a barbell over dumbbells adds stability to the movement. This allows you to focus more on exertion than stability. The barbell also forces you into an overhand instead of a neutral grip.
- Stand upright with your feet at shoulder-width apart and rack the barbell to mid thigh height.
- Grab ahold the barbell shoulder-width apart with extended arms by slightly flexing your knees and hips.
- Lift the barbell and brace your core by breathing into your stomach and flexing the abdominal muscles to maintain a neutral spine.
- While keeping your chest out and shoulders back, glide your shoulder towards your ears.
- Lower your shoulders and the barbell back to the starting position.
Tips & FAQs
Barbell Shrug is also known as:
- BB Shrug
- Shrugs with Barbell
- Bar Shrugs
- Barbell Shoulder Shrugs
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