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Smith machine barbell shrugs

0 min read

16 Oct 2018

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Preparation

Smith Machine Barbell Shrugs target the traps (trapezius muscles). Stand with feet shoulder width apart. Unrack the smith bar with the weights and hold the bar with extended arms using an overhand grip.

Method

Step 1

Now, exhale and raise your shoulders slowly without altering the position of the elbow or arms which should remain straight at all times

Step 2

Squeeze your traps

Step 3

Then, inhale and slowly lower the shoulders to the starting position

Step 4

Repeat for the desired number of reps.

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