Kettlebell Shrug
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Technique
Hold a kettlebell in each hand at your sides. Shrug your shoulders straight up toward your ears, keeping your arms straight throughout. Pause briefly at the peak contraction. Lower the kettlebells back down with full control.
Steps
- Stand tall with a kettlebell in each hand at your sides
- Brace your core and keep your arms straight
- Shrug your shoulders straight up toward your ears
- Pause briefly at the top
- Lower your shoulders under control to the starting position
Common mistakes
- Rolling the shoulders instead of lifting them straight up
- Bending the elbows to raise the kettlebells
- Using leg drive or torso momentum
- Dropping the shoulders quickly from the top
Variations
- Single-arm kettlebell shrug
- Suitcase-stance kettlebell shrug
- Farmer's carry with an emphasized shrug
- Seated kettlebell shrug
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What muscles does Kettlebell Shrug work?
Muscles: Traps, Neck.
What equipment do I need for Kettlebell Shrug?
Equipment: Kettlebell.
Where can I do Kettlebell Shrug?
Location: Home, Gym.
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