Dumbbell Shrug
ShouldersStrengthBeginnerDumbbells
A dumbbell shrug targeting the upper trapezius for neck and upper back thickness.
How to do it
- Stand holding dumbbells at your sides.
- Shrug your shoulders straight up as high as possible.
- Hold briefly, then lower.
- Repeat.
Tips
- Do not roll your shoulders.
- Focus on squeezing the traps at the top.
Muscles
Primary: Traps
Secondary: Rhomboids
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