Inverted Shrug Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Trapezius Upper Fibers
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Trapezius Upper Fibers
- Secondary Muscles
- Rhomboids, Levator Scapulae
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Bodyweight Shrug
How to: Inverted Shrug
- Start in an inverted position with feet elevated on a stable surface.
- Engage your core and pull your shoulder blades together.
- Lower and raise your body by using your scapula, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Shrugging your shoulders too high.
- Not engaging the core.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
Modifications
- Perform with knees bent if full leg extension is difficult.
- Use a lower surface for easier access.
Tips
- Keep your shoulders down and back to avoid straining your neck.
- Maintain a straight line from your head to your heels.
- Engage your core to provide stability.
Inverted Shrug Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
trapezius
bodyweight
intermediate
upper body