Kettlebell shrug
A isolation exercise for the traps, with help from the forearms. Equipment: kettlebells.
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How to do it
- Setup: A heavy kettlebell in each hand at your sides.
- Shrug straight up toward the ears
- Lower slowly to a full stretch
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