Are you interested in taking your trap workout to the next level? The behind-the-back barbell shrugs might be the exercise you’ve been missing. Shrugs, also known as shoulder shrugs, are isolation exercises that target your trapezius muscles, specifically the upper trap. While traditional barbell shrugs are great for targeting the trapezius muscles, but behind-the-back barbell … Read more
You may be training your shoulders regularly, but you won’t gain the strength and size you need unless you incorporate compound shoulder exercises into your routine. Compound shoulder exercises are a great way to build shoulder muscle mass and strength. Before switching to compound lifts, I was stuck in the front and lateral raise rut … Read more
The resistance band upright row is one of the best variations of the upright row that you can do anywhere to build the shoulders and trap muscles. Bands upright row reduce the strain on your joints compared to traditional weights. It’s one of the best workouts you can do at home, but it’s important to … Read more
The Kettlebell upright row is a compound exercise that builds stronger and bigger traps, and rear deltoids (Shoulder). It is one of the best variations of the dumbbell upright row. Due to the kettlebell’s close grip, it activates more trapezius muscle fibers and comparatively fewer delt muscles compared to a wide-grip barbell upright row. Also, … Read more
When it comes to building bigger and stronger traps, there are countless exercises you can choose from. However, not all exercises are equal, and some are more effective than others. The Smith machine upright row is one exercise that stands out above the rest. The Smith machine upright row is a variation of the upright … Read more
Big, strong, rounded shoulders have numerous benefits besides just looking good. The deltoids are among the most important muscles in the body, as we use them in everyday life to push, pull, and lift objects over our heads. You may be surprised to know that your anterior deltoids are the biggest of the three deltoid … Read more
As a trainer, I see many clients struggle with rounded shoulders and the nagging feeling of weakness between their shoulder blades. The culprit? Underdeveloped rear delts. Rear deltoids are often overlooked in shoulder workouts, but they are important for maintaining good posture and preventing injuries. Cable rear delt exercises are a great way to improve … Read more
The dumbbell upright row is a compound exercise that targets the deltoids (shoulders), traps (upper back), and biceps. It is one of the best exercises for building stronger and bigger traps and rear deltoids, but it is easy to get wrong. As a result, you will miss the muscle-building benefits of this move and hurt … Read more
Tired of doing the same old cable rows day in and day out? It’s time to switch things up with the high cable row. The high cable row is an upper-body exercise that primarily targets the upper and middle back muscles, including the latissimus dorsi, rhomboids, trapezius, and rear deltoids. To do that, you must … Read more