Muscles Involved
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Description
The Standing Dumbbell Shrug is a classic upper trap building exercise. Using dumbbells can be more comfortable on your shoulders than a barbell and many lifters find they get better muscle activation
Common Mistakes
Do not thrust your head forward during the movement. Do not look down durin
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Pro Tips
Using lighter weights and focusing on contracting your muscles hard through
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Purpose
The upper trapezius muscle gives the appearance of muscularity and a very w
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Form
Use a mirror to ensure that you are maintaining a neutral spine throughout
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