Barbell Behind The Back Shrug

Barbell Behind The Back Shrug demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand up straight with a barbell behind your back, hand shoulder width apart.
  • 2Raise your shoulders up as far as you can go as you breathe out.
  • 3Hold the contraction at the top for a second, the slowly return to the initial position as you breathe in.
  • 4These constitute one rep. Repeat for advised amount.

Tips:

  • Avoid using your biceps to lift the weights. Only the shoulders should be moving.
  • Give a full range of motion as you lift the weights.
  • Avoid trying to lift with your body - your torso should remain still throughout.
  • Keep your head straight to avoid injury.

Barbell Behind The Back Shrug Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs