How to do it
Distribute your weight evenly across both feet throughout each rep.
- 1
Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Let your arms hang naturally at your sides.
- 3
Elevate your shoulders towards your ears as high as possible.
- 4
Hold the contraction briefly, then slowly lower your shoulders back down.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your arms straight and focus on elevating your shoulders through the contraction of your traps.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rolling the shoulders in a circular motion
- ✕Bending the elbows during the shrug motion
- ✕Jutting the chin forward during the lift