Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Hex Bar Shrug.
The Trap Bar Standing Shrug uses a hex (trap) bar to perform a shrug with a neutral grip, which distributes the load along the sides of the body and places less stress on the wrists and shoulders than a barbell shrug. It is an effective exercise for building the upper trapezius muscles.
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The Hex Bar Shrug is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.