Shoulder Shrug Exercise by Physiotherapist Amanda Calford
The Shoulder Shrug is an excellent exercise to increase the strength and stability in your neck, shoulders and upper back. It is a simple exercise that is appropriate for all fitness levels and is easy to modify depending on your skill. If you’re not sure if this is an exercise you should be doing, just ask your physio!
How-To:
- Stand tall with your core engaged.
- Using either free weights, a resistance band or cans of soup (get creative!), relax your arms at your side with your palms facing your thighs.
- Keeping the elbows straight, slowly shrug your shoulders up to your ears without straining your neck.
- Slowly lower your shoulders back down, keeping the core engaged, and repeat!
*Using a light weight, complete 2-3 sets of 10-12 repetitions to start, 1-2 times a week. To progress, increase your weights by 3-5lbs.*
*Never do an exercise that causes you pain*