Barbell Shrug

Traps help maintain thoracic spine posture for optimal rotation

Starting position:

Standing upright, hold the barbell with your palms facing your thighs. Make sure your head stays up, and do not slouch

Movement:

Raise the shoulders as far up as you can manage. Make sure to breathe out while your shoulders are raising upwards

Finish position:

Hold the contraction for one second, breathe in and release the shoulders back to starting position