Behind the back 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, arms by your side, and feet shoulder-width apart.
- Hold a barbell behind your hips with your hands placed wider than your shoulders and palms facing backward.
- Raise the barbell by lifting your shoulders towards the ears.
- Hold for a while, return to the starting position, and repeat.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid slouching.
- Don’t bend your arms or lift your heels off
- the floor.
- Maintain a regular 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.
