How to do dumbbell or barbell shrugs?
Finally, we get to the top most muscle in the back – the traps. Shrugs is a simple exercise that can be done using dumbbells or a barbell. I assume that you are using a barbell. In a standing position, hold the barbell with a double overhand grip about shoulder width as well, allowing it to hang down below you. Now, all you have to do is just shrug our shoulders as high as possible, giving a good solid squeeze slowly to the upper and lower parts. You will notice as you start this movement, it is relatively easy, however, as you start to fatigue, you will automatically have a tendency to bend at the elbows and begin to assist the lift by using the biceps. Do not do this and ensure all the lifting you are doing, the power is coming directly from your collection of shoulders. Least but not last, I would recommend to continue to perform basic stretching exercises to maintain and improve flexibility with lifting weights to strengthen your back. Slowly and steadily, this will become a habit
