How to execute Dumbbell Shrug
Exercising with dumbbells is an excellent way to improve strength, mobility, and posture. The dumbbell shrug is a simple yet effective exercise that targets the muscles of the upper back, shoulders, and arms. Here's how to do it:
1. Start by standing up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and a dumbbell in each hand.
2. Raise your shoulders up towards your ears, then slowly lower them back down.
3. Repeat the movement for 10-15 repetitions.
4. To add more difficulty, you can try using heavier dumbbells or changing the range of motion.
The dumbbell shrug is a great way to strengthen the upper back and shoulders. Make sure to perform the exercise with proper form to avoid any injury.
Muscles Involved
Primary:
Upper and middle trapezius
Secondary:
Levator scapulae, deltoid, erector spinae (iliocostalis, longissimus,
spinalis), forearms (wrist flexors, finger flexors)
