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traps

Upright row

Shoulders and upper traps.

BarbellDifficulty: Easy to moderateAlso works: shoulders
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How to do it

  1. Hold a barbell or dumbbells in front of your thighs, hands shoulder-width.
  2. Stand tall with your core braced.
  3. Pull the weight straight up toward your collarbone, leading with your elbows.
  4. Lower it back down slowly.

Beginner tips

Keep in mind: Stop the pull if your shoulders feel pinched, keep elbows below shoulder height.

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