WorkoutPartnaWorkoutPartna

How to do: Dumbbell Shrug

Trapsbeginnerdumbbell
Dumbbell Shrug — starting position
Start position
Dumbbell Shrug — finishing position
Finish position

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1Stand erect with a dumbbell on each hand (palms facing your torso), arms extended on the sides.
  2. 2Lift the dumbbells by elevating the shoulders as high as possible while you exhale. Hold the contraction at the top for a second. Tip: The arms should remain extended at all times. Refrain from using the biceps to help lift the dumbbells. Only the shoulders should be moving up and down.
  3. 3Lower the dumbbells back to the original position.
  4. 4Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Should you be doing Dumbbell Shrug today?

Depends on your goals, your equipment, and how yesterday went. The WorkoutPartna AI coach builds one plan every morning that answers that for you — sets, reps, and all. 14 days free.

Build My Plan →

More Traps exercises

Barbell ShrugBarbell Shrug Behind The BackCable ShrugsCalf-Machine Shoulder ShrugClean ShrugKettlebell Sumo High Pull

Photos & base instructions from the open-source Free Exercise DB (public domain).