Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Want to build bigger, thicker traps? In this video, Dr. Jim Stoppani breaks down the shrug exercise and shows you how to maximize trap growth with proper technique, exercise selection, and programming. Learn the differences between barbell shrugs, dumbbell shrugs, seated shrugs, and hex bar shrugs, plus common mistakes that can limit trap development.
Dr. Stoppani explains the anatomy of the trapezius muscle, the importance of achieving a full stretch, and how small adjustments to your shrug technique can lead to greater muscle growth. Whether you're training for size, strength, or improved deadlift performance, these shrug tips can help you get more from every rep.
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In This Video:
✔ How to perform shrugs correctly
✔ Barbell vs. dumbbell shrugs
✔ Why stretch matters for trap growth
✔ Seated shrugs for maximum trap activation
✔ Hex bar shrug benefits
✔ Common shrug mistakes to avoid
✔ Tips for building bigger traps
00:00 - Intro
01:24 - Barbell Shrugs
05:13 - Should You Drop The Chin When Doing Shrugs?
07:27 - Lower Back Issues
07:53 - Maximizing Stretch
08:26 - Dumbbell Shrugs
11:07 - Trab Bar Shrugs
Want to build bigger, thicker traps? In this video, Dr. Jim Stoppani breaks down the shrug exercise and shows you how to maximize trap growth with proper technique, exercise selection, and programming. Learn the differences between barbell shrugs, dumbbell shrugs, seated shrugs, and hex bar shrugs, plus common mistakes that can limit trap development.
Dr. Stoppani explains the anatomy of the trapezius muscle, the importance of achieving a full stretch, and how small adjustments to your shrug technique can lead to greater muscle growth. Whether you're training for size, strength, or improved deadlift performance, these shrug tips can help you get more from every rep.
💪 Ready to build serious muscle?
Follow Dr. Jim Stoppani's Down and Up Mass Training Program:
👉 jimstoppani.com/f/down-and-up-mass
⚡ Fuel your workouts with Pre JYM Plus
The next evolution of pre-workout performance and energy:
👉 jymsupplementscience.com/products/pre-jym-plus
In This Video:
✔ How to perform shrugs correctly
✔ Barbell vs. dumbbell shrugs
✔ Why stretch matters for trap growth
✔ Seated shrugs for maximum trap activation
✔ Hex bar shrug benefits
✔ Common shrug mistakes to avoid
✔ Tips for building bigger traps
00:00 - Intro
01:24 - Barbell Shrugs
05:13 - Should You Drop The Chin When Doing Shrugs?
07:27 - Lower Back Issues
07:53 - Maximizing Stretch
08:26 - Dumbbell Shrugs
11:07 - Trab Bar Shrugs
