Dumbbell Decline Shrug Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Trapezius
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Trapezius
- Secondary Muscles
- Levator Scapulae, Trapezius Middle Fibers
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Decline Dumbbell Shrug
How to: Dumbbell Decline Shrug
- Start by holding a dumbbell in each hand, standing or sitting on a decline bench.
- Allow your arms to hang down at your sides.
- Engage your core and lift your shoulders towards your ears, squeezing the trapezius at the top.
- Lower your shoulders back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Shrugging the shoulders instead of lifting them up.
- Not engaging the core during the lift.
- Jerking the weights rather than lifting smoothly.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights if you feel discomfort.
- Perform seated to reduce strain on the back.
Tips
- Keep your back straight to avoid unnecessary strain.
- Control the movement and avoid using momentum.
- Breathe out as you lift and in as you lower the weights.
Dumbbell Decline Shrug Alternatives
Tags
back
trapezius
strength
dumbbell
upper body
shoulders