Dumbbell Shrug
Dumbbell Shrug is a dumbbell pull exercise for the back. If you cannot do it, Barbell Shrug or Cable Shrug are good swaps.
Muscles worked
Back · main
How to do it
- Stand tall with a dumbbell in each hand at your sides, arms straight, palms facing in.
- Keep your chest up and your head neutral.
- Lift your shoulders straight up towards your ears and pause at the top.
- Lower slowly to a full stretch.
Watch out: Rolling your shoulders or bending your elbows to help.
Alternatives
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