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Dumbbells Shrugs Standing

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Dumbbells Shrugs Standing Overview

The dumbbell shrugs standing workout primarily engages the upper back muscles.

Dumbbells are used to perform shoulder shrugs, targeting the trapezius muscles without significantly engaging secondary muscles.

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Dumbbells Shrugs Standing Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing your body.
  2. Keep your arms extended by your sides and your back straight.
  3. Engage your core and lift your shoulders up towards your ears as high as possible, while keeping your arms straight.
  4. Hold the contraction for a brief moment, then slowly lower your shoulders back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Dumbbells Shrugs Standing Tips

  1. Start with a weight that challenges you but allows for proper form and control.
  2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the dumbbells by your sides with palms facing your body.
  3. Keep your shoulders relaxed and your core engaged throughout the exercise.
  4. Slowly lift your shoulders up towards your ears, squeezing your upper back muscles at the top of the movement.
  5. Avoid rolling your shoulders forward or backward; maintain a straight posture.
  6. Lower the dumbbells back down in a controlled manner, feeling the stretch in your upper back.
  7. Focus on the mind-muscle connection, consciously engaging your upper back muscles with each repetition.

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