Barbell Wide Shrug Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Trapezius Upper Fibers
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Trapezius Upper Fibers
- Secondary Muscles
- Levator Scapulae, Trapezius Middle Fibers
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Wide Shrug
How to: Barbell Wide Shrug
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell with both hands.
- Engage your core and keep your back straight.
- Lift your shoulders straight up towards your ears as high as possible.
- Hold at the top for a moment, then slowly lower back down to starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight and sacrificing form.
- Forgetting to engage the core during the lift.
- Rounding the back instead of maintaining a straight spine.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight or resistance bands.
- Perform the exercise seated if balance is an issue.
Tips
- Keep your shoulders back and avoid leaning forward.
- Focus on squeezing the shoulder blades together at the top.
- Use a controlled motion, avoiding jerking movements.
Barbell Wide Shrug Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
trapezius
shoulders
core
intermediate