Barbell shrugs
An exercise for the shoulders. Equipment: barbell. Below are the animation, step-by-step technique and tips.
Muscles
Equipment
How to do it
- Stand tall with your back straight and feet shoulder-width apart.
- Hold a barbell in front of your thighs with your arms straight at your sides.
- Raise your shoulders towards your ears.
- Hold for a while, return to the initial position, and repeat.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid slouching.
- Don’t lift your feet off the floor and avoid
- bending your arms.
- Maintain a smooth breathing pattern and avoid breath-holding.
Programs that include it
This exercise isn't part of the ready-made programs, but you can add it to your own workout in the app.
