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Overhead Shrug - Dumbbell

  • HOW: Begin in a standing position and grab a dumbbell in one hand. Bring that dumbbell up overhead while keeping your elbow straight. From here, shrug your shoulder and reach straight up with the dumbbell. 

 

  • FEEL: You should feel your shoulder and trap muscles working. 

 

  • COMPENSATION: Don’t lean to the opposite side of the dumbbell, stay upright. Keep your elbow straight.