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Dumbbell Shrug

Reps
10–15
Kit
Dumbbell
Video from @Brofixesform, not affiliated with Talala

How to do it

  1. 1

    Stand tall with a dumbbell in each hand, arms straight down by your sides and palms facing your body.

  2. 2

    Breathe out as you lift your shoulders straight up toward your ears.

  3. 3

    Breathe in as you slowly lower your shoulders back down.

  4. 4

    Keep your arms straight the whole time and repeat.

Where you should feel it: The tops of your shoulders.

What your coach says mid-set

  • “Shoulders straight up to your ears”
  • “Arms stay long”
  • “Lower your shoulders slowly”

Common mistakes

Rolling your shoulders in circles

Lift straight up and lower straight down.

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