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Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs
Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs is a beginner isolation strength exercise that works the traps (back), with the forearms assisting. It needs a dumbbell. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps, and it burns about 4.3 calories per minute.
- Target
- Traps
- Body part
- Back
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Pull
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 4.3 kcal
Primary muscles
- Traps
Secondary muscles
- Forearms
How to do Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs
- Sit tall holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- Shrug your shoulders straight up toward your ears.
- Hold briefly at the top.
- Lower slowly and repeat.
Form tips
- Don't roll your shoulders.
- Keep your arms straight.
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Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs FAQ
What muscles does Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs work?
Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs mainly works the traps in the back. The forearms work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs?
You need a dumbbell.
How many sets and reps of Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 10-15 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs good for beginners?
Yes. Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the traps.
How many calories does Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs burn?
About 4.3 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 3.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 43 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Shrugs?
Other exercises for the traps include Barbell Overhead Shrug, Plate Overhead Shrug and Barbell Jump Shrug.
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