Dumbbell Seated Gittleson Shrug Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Trapezius Upper Fibers
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Trapezius Upper Fibers
- Secondary Muscles
- Levator Scapulae, Trapezius Middle Fibers
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Seated Shrug
How to: Dumbbell Seated Gittleson Shrug
- Sit upright on a bench with your feet flat on the ground.
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your arms relaxed by your sides.
- Slowly raise your shoulders towards your ears, squeezing the trapezius muscles.
- Hold the top position for a moment, then lower back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rolling the shoulders instead of lifting straight up.
- Not fully extending the arms after each lift.
- Using too much weight, which can result in poor form.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights or perform the exercise without weights initially.
- Perform shrugs while seated on a bench for added support.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and engage your core during the lift.
- Lift your shoulders straight up towards your ears without rolling them forward.
Dumbbell Seated Gittleson Shrug Alternatives
Tags
trapezius
strength
shoulders
back
dumbbell
fitness