Resistance Band Overhead Shrug
The resistance band overhead shrug targets the lower and middle traps by shrugging with arms overhead, an angle rarely trained. Stand on the band, raise your arms overhead, and shrug upward.
How to Perform
Stand on the band with feet hip-width apart.
Press the band overhead to full lockout.
From the overhead position, shrug your shoulders toward your ears.
Hold the top for two seconds, focusing on the mid and lower traps.
Lower the shrug and repeat without lowering your arms.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Bending the elbows during the shrug instead of keeping arms straight overhead.
Not shrugging high enough to achieve a meaningful contraction.
Using a band that is too heavy, preventing full overhead position.
Muscle Activation
Variations
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