Dumbbell Shrug
A dumbbell Shrug is the best exercise for toning your upper back muscles, building big traps, and improving your posture.
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Incline Dumbbell Shrug
Incline Dumbbell Shrug is one of the best exercises for toning your upper back muscles, building big traps, and improving posture.
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Instructions
- Grab a pair of dumbbells and lie with your chest forward on an incline bench at a 60-degree angle. Your arms should hang down with your palms facing back.'
- Keeping your core tight, pull your shoulders and mid-back toward the ceiling. Pause here and then slowly lower the weight back to the starting position.
Tips
- Keep your arms straight throughout the movement.
Alternative Exercises
Barbell Shrug
Barbell Shrug primarily targets the traps and also engages both core abdominal muscles and the forearm. While lifting the weight, your core activates to stabilize your upper body. In addition, the barbell shrug improves your forearm strength.
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