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Standing Posterior Barbell Shrug

  • Intermediate
  • Shoulders · Trapezius

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Setup instructions

1) Start with the barbell behind your body. Place your hands shoulder-width apart with a pronated grip (palms down facing away).

2) Stand tall with a slight bend in the knees. Keep the chest up, core and glutes tight.

Perform instructions

1) Lift your shoulders upwards.

2) Pause then slowly lower to the starting position.

3) Repeat.

Anatomy