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Snatch Shrug

Main muscles
Traps
Also works
Forearms, Shoulders
Equipment
Barbell
Level
Intermediate
Type
Compound · Pull

How to do it

  1. Begin with a wide grip, with the bar hanging at the mid thigh position. You can use a hook or overhand grip. Your back should be straight and inclined slightly forward.
  2. Shrug your shoulders towards your ears. While this exercise can usually by loaded with heavier weight than a snatch, avoid overloading to the point that the execution slows down.

Quick answers

What muscles does the Snatch Shrug work?
Mainly the traps, with help from the forearms, shoulders.
What equipment do I need?
Barbell.
Is it good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate level.
How do I track progress on it?
Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.

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