Shrugs vs Upright Rows — Which Builds Your Traps?
Two ways to build your traps — isolation or compound.
Exercises in this video
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Dumbbell Shrug Two-hand dumbbell shrugs isolate the upper traps by elevating your shoulders straight up. Pause at the top and lower with control without rolling your shoulders. Main muscles: trapezius. -
Dumbbell Upright Row Two-hand dumbbell upright rows combine shoulder abduction with elbow flexion, loading delts and upper traps. Lift with control and keep the pull close to your body. Main muscles: deltoids and traps.
