Cambered Barbell Seated Shrug



Muscles

Target
Trapezius, Upper

Synergists
Trapezius, Middle
Levator Scapulae

Stabilizers
No significant stabilizers

Instructions

Preparation
Sit on end of bench and grasp cambered bar from beneath with overhand or mixed grip.

Execution
Elevate shoulders as high as possible. Lower and repeat.

Comments
Since this movement becomes more difficult as full shoulder elevation is achieved, a height criteria for shoulder elevation may be needed. For example, raising the shoulders until the slope of the shoulders become horizontal may be considered adequate depending upon individual body structure. Also see Shoulder Shrug Errors.

Source: exrx.net