Traps
Barbell Shrug
A shoulder-elevating exercise that builds the upper trapezius using a barbell.
Energy burned
≈ 18 kcalFor 3 × 8–12, rest 90s · ≈ 3.1 kcal/min
Estimate range 13–22 kcal (±25 %)
Muscle mass worked5 %
Effort during a set4.7 MET
Your lean mass53.5 kgBody fat estimated from BMI and age
Estimate ±25 %: muscles worked (from the exercise data), sets, reps, rest and your body. See the planner for whole sessions.
Setup
- 1Stand holding a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- 2Keep your arms straight and chest up.
How to perform
- 1Lift your shoulders straight up toward your ears.
- 2Hold the top position briefly.
- 3Lower your shoulders slowly to the start.
- 4Keep your arms straight throughout.
