Dumbbell Forward Leaning Shrug
The Dumbbell Forward Leaning Shrug mainly works the traps, with help from the neck. You'll need: dumbbells and exercise bench.
Required Equipment
Dumbbell Forward Leaning Shrug Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Secondary
Neck (back) (levator scapulae); Mid Traps (trapezius, middle fibers)
How to do the Dumbbell Forward Leaning Shrug
Sit on the edge of a flat exercise bench holding a dumbbell in each hand with your arms fully extended downward.
Hinge forward slightly at your hips, bringing your torso over your thighs while keeping your back straight and head neutral.
Inhale and lift your shoulders straight up toward your ears as high as possible, focusing on squeezing your upper traps.
Hold the peak contraction briefly at the top of the movement.
Exhale as you slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position in a controlled motion.
Dumbbell Forward Leaning Shrug FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Forward Leaning Shrug work?
The Dumbbell Forward Leaning Shrug mainly works the traps, with help from the neck. The main muscles are the trapezius.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Forward Leaning Shrug?
Dumbbells and exercise bench.
What workout day should the Dumbbell Forward Leaning Shrug go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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