Barbell Shrug Behind The Back

How to do the Barbell Shrug Behind The Back

1. 1

   Stand up straight with your feet at shoulder width as you hold a barbell with both hands behind your back using a pronated grip (palms facing back). Tip: Your hands should be a little wider than shoulder width apart. You can use wrist wraps for this exercise for better grip. This will be your starting position.

2. 2

   Raise your shoulders up as far as you can go as you breathe out and hold the contraction for a second. Tip: Refrain from trying to lift the barbell by using your biceps. The arms should remain stretched out at all times.

3. 3

   Slowly return to the starting position as you breathe in.

4. 4

   Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Secondary muscles worked