olympic weightlifting
Snatch Shrug
Works the traps, using barbell.
Specification
| Equipment | barbell |
| Primary muscles | traps |
| Secondary muscles | forearms, shoulders |
| Mechanic | compound |
| Force | pull |
| Level | intermediate |
| Category | olympic weightlifting |
How to do it
- 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.
- 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.