🍌 @ The Gym Doing Shoulder #Shrugs 🌍Strengthening My Trapezius Muscles 🍁 Healthy4Life 💪

Shrugs are a great exercise for building your trapezius muscles, which are located on either side of your neck and upper back. Here’s a quick guide on how to do them correctly:

Starting Position: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold a pair of dumbbells at your sides with your palms facing your body.
Movement: Lift your shoulders as high as you can towards your ears, squeezing your traps at the top of the movement. Keep your arms straight and avoid using your biceps.
Breathing: Exhale as you lift your shoulders and inhale as you lower them back down.
Repetitions: Aim for 3 sets of 10-15 reps.
Variations
Barbell Shrugs: Use a barbell instead of dumbbells for a different feel.
Behind-the-Back Shrugs: Hold the barbell behind your back to target your traps from a different angle.
Smith Machine Shrugs: Use the Smith machine for added stability.
Benefits
Strengthens Traps: Helps in building bigger and stronger trapezius muscles.
Improves Posture: Strengthening your traps can help improve your overall posture.
Relieves Neck Pain: Can help alleviate tension and pain in the neck and upper back12.
Would you like more details on any specific variation or tips on incorporating shrugs into your workout routine?