Shrugs, Barbells

Take a barbell and stand with a straight body, the arms are hanging freely in front of you. Lift from this position the shoulders as high as you can, but don't bend the arms during the movement. On the highest point, make a short pause of 1 or 2 seconds before returning slowly to the initial position. When training with a higher weight, make sure that you still do the whole movement!

Exercise Profile

Category
Isolation
Primary Muscle
Shoulders
Equipment
Barbell
Difficulty
Intermediate

Recommended Sets & Reps

beginner
3 sets of 10-12 reps
intermediate
4 sets of 8-10 reps
advanced
4 sets of 6-8 reps

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Shrugs, Barbells work?

Shrugs, Barbells primarily targets the shoulders.

What equipment do I need for Shrugs, Barbells?

Shrugs, Barbells requires barbell.

Is Shrugs, Barbells good for beginners?

Shrugs, Barbells is rated intermediate difficulty. Some experience is recommended.

Is Shrugs, Barbells a compound or isolation exercise?

Shrugs, Barbells is a isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single joint and muscle group.