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Dumbbell shrug alternatives

Machine taken, missing equipment, or something doesn't feel right? These exercises train the same main muscles as the dumbbell shrug, best matches first.

  1. Barbell shrugTrains the traps, same movement, needs barbell.
  2. Dumbbell shrugTrains the traps, same movement.
  3. Barbell upright rowTrains the traps, same movement, needs barbell.
  4. Cable upright rowTrains the traps, same movement, needs cable machine.
  5. Dumbbell upright rowTrains the traps, same movement.
  6. Incline Y raiseTrains the traps, same movement, needs dumbbells and adjustable bench.
  7. Dumbbell carry, one sideTrains the traps.
  8. Farmer's carryTrains the traps.
  9. Hang power cleanTrains the traps, needs barbell.
  10. Kettlebell high pullTrains the traps, needs kettlebells.
  11. Power cleanTrains the traps, needs barbell.

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