Overhead shrugs

Stability & Strength

This is an instructional video to correctly demonstrate Overhead shrugs.

The content in this video is provided for general information purposes only and is not meant to replace a physiotherapy or medical consultation.

Step by Step

This exercise works your Upper Trapezius muscle.
It is a great alternative exercise to develop the Upper trapezius and is useful to rehab shoulder injuries
From a standing position, sitting or kneeling position, take some dumbbells in your hands and press them up above your head.
This is the start position for the exercise.
Next shrug your shoulders up towards your ears and slowly lower back down to a stretch sensation.
For strengthening you should perform 6-10 reps to fatigue
You should perform 3-5 sets with 3 minutes rests
This session can be done 2-3 times per week
For endurance you should perform 15-25 reps to fatigue
You should perform 3-5 sets with no more than 30 second rests
This session can be done 2-3 times per week

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