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Dumbbell Shrug

Dumbbell Shrug demonstration

How to do it

  1. 1The dumbbell shrug is an isolation exercise that targets the trapezius muscles.

Coaching cues

  • Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing your body.
  • Keep your arms straight and let the dumbbells hang by your sides.
  • Raise your shoulders as high as possible, as if you are trying to touch your ears with your shoulders.
  • Hold the contraction for a second, then slowly lower your shoulders back down to the starting position.
  • Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Equipment

dumbbell
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