fitubaDumbbell shrugs
Traps · dumbbells. Raise and lower your shoulders without rolling them.
Main muscle: Traps
Also works: forearms
Equipment: dumbbells
Typical: 2–4 sets of 10–15 with control.
How to do it
- Raise and lower your shoulders without rolling them.
- Arms long at your sides, chest up and eyes forward.
- Lift straight toward your ears, pause for a second and lower slowly.
Common mistakes
- Rolling your shoulders in circles.
- Bending your elbows to help.
- Pushing your head forward.
Alternative
No equipment, or want to switch it up: Barbell shrugs.
Log it in one message
Type or say: “Did 3x10 shrugs with 45 lb.”
Fituba logs the weights session and its points; in Train you can add sets, reps and load to compare your strength progress. Sample wording, not a prescription.FAQ
What muscles does the dumbbell shrugs work?
Main: traps. Also working: forearms.
How many sets and reps of shrugs?
Typical: 2–4 sets of 10–15 with control. Adjust the load so you finish every set with good form; the load is per dumbbell.
How do I log shrugs in Fituba?
In your account, open Train, pick Shrugs and add its sets, reps and load; or type “Did 3x10 shrugs with 45 lb” and Fituba logs your weights session.
Sources and limits
Original Fituba copy based on standard technique guides (StrengthLog · Traps). General education: the demo and these notes don't assess your form, mobility or the right load for you; for individual coaching, see a trainer.
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