Snatch Shrug

Snatch Shrug

Body Part: olympic weightlifting

Target Muscles: traps

Equipment: barbell

Difficulty: intermediate

Instructions

Step 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.

Step 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.

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