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Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the
perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we
take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic
exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes.
It is useful, therefore, to describe in detail the processes involved in
actually doing these exercises. This will help beginners to start out using the
correct techniques before moving on to potentially more dangerous heavy
weights. If it also helps more experienced lifters to redress some of the
little faults that have almost imperceptibly crept in over the years, all the
better.
In this article we'll take a close look at Barbell Shrugs.
MUSCLES TARGETED: trapezius (upper), rhomboids
STARTING POSITION
Adopt a shoulder width stance with the back erect and knees slightly bent
throughout.
Grasp the bar with an overhand grip and hands slightly wider than shoulder
width.
Hold the bar at arm's length with a slight bend at the elbows.
The bar should now be resting across the upper thighs.
EXERCISE TECHNIQUE
Lift your shoulders towards your ears and briefly hold the contraction.
Slowly lower the bar towards the starting position ensuring a comfortable
stretch is achieved.
Repeat this movement until the intended number of repetitions are completed.
Richard
Mitchell is the creator of the bodybuildingadvisor.com website that
provides guidance and information to athletes at all levels of
bodybuilding experience. Go to Bodybuilding
Exercises to learn more about the issues covered in this
article.
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