Dumbbell Shrug

Equipment: Dumbbell

Dumbbell Shrug

Description

Shrugs are a simple exercise that target the trapezius muscles in your upper back and neck. To perform shrugs with dumbbells, follow these steps:

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand by your sides. Keep your arms straight and your shoulders relaxed.
  2. Slowly raise your shoulders as high as you can, as if you are trying to touch your ears. Hold for a second and squeeze your traps.
  3. Lower your shoulders back to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of reps.

Primary Muscles

  • Trapezius Upper Fibers

Synergistic Muscles

  • Trapezius Middle Fibers