Strength

Barbell Shrug

Barbell Shrug is a simple strength exercise targeting your neck and shoulders, particularly the trap muscles. It aids in building muscle size and improving overall upper body strength.

View all exercises

Barbell Shrug instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Stand upright, grasping a barbell with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

2

Lower your shoulders as far as possible, then lift them up towards your ears as high as you can.

3

Hold for a second at the top, squeeze your shoulders, then lower them back down.

4

Keep your arms straight throughout the movement and avoid using your biceps or back to lift the barbell.

5

Repeat for the programmed number of reps.

Stand upright, grasping a barbell with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

Lower your shoulders as far as possible, then lift them up towards your ears as high as you can.

Hold for a second at the top, squeeze your shoulders, then lower them back down.

Keep your arms straight throughout the movement and avoid using your biceps or back to lift the barbell.

Repeat for the programmed number of reps.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

This is some text inside of a div block.

Back

Front

Strength distributions

This graph shows how much weight men and women could lift for a single maximum-effort rep.

Explore other exercises

Single Kettlebell Side Plank Dip

The Single Kettlebell Side Plank Dip is a powerful exercise, targeting obliques and enhancing shoulder stability, core strength, and coordination. Ideal for high-intensity workouts and also useful in rehab scenarios.

Spin Bike exercise is a high-intensity, low-impact cardio workout that burns fat, enhances cardiovascular fitness, and strengthens the legs and core. Ideal for weight loss, injury rehab, and beginners.

Bodyweight Hip Thrust

Bodyweight Hip Thrust is a beginner exercise for glutes and hamstrings. It builds strength, stability, improves hip mobility, and enhances overall body balance in the lower body.

Start your fitness journey today

Enjoying exercises like Barbell Shrug, but want more personalization? Join trainwell to build a stronger, healthier, and more confident version of you.

Work with a trainer