Why we DON'T DO "SHRUGS" and OTHER VARIATIONS

It's no secret the tactical population has numerous similarities when it comes to our bodies and there is no "bad" exercise but typical barbell shrugs are a movement I will rarely program. Check out some other variations that we opt for in the GBRS Performance Program and for more training tips and programming check out our APP driven program with a FREE SEVEN DAY trial at the link below:
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[@ceh5r]

“No, I don't want no shrugs. A shrug is an exercise that can't get no love from me“ - TLC, 1999

[@vernongriffith4]

Hahahahahahaha

[@MotoNoir86]

Immediately did this in my head when I saw the title haha

[@soulessvalleys8404]

😂😂😂

[@redus2]

You should definitely try dumbbell shrugs while leaning forward. That way you're hitting the middle of the trap. And it's way more effective for growth than face pulls.

[@aharris87]

My favorite "trap" exercises are heavy single arm KB swings or heavy DB snatch. Great content 👌

[@HaphazardHospitality]

Love how practical your advice is and the mobility programs. My hip ROM is improving day by day!

[@vernongriffith4]

It comes from experience. Nothing I share is on a whim..it’s something I am currently doing with a client or something I have done with a client

[@DJake78]

I think a new T- Shirt needs to come out. Ego lifting. 😃

[@sloppyjonuts9162]

Dumbbell upright row upper trap neck and side delts. Wide and close grip dumbbell or use an ez bar

[@AllWorshipIs4TheMostHigh]

I like hang cleans since it keeps me humble which allows me to maintain consistency.

[@kirk1208]

Damn guys. This couldn't have come at a better time. My neck and shoulders are all jacked up. Been slowly getting back into working out and have started with bands. Will definitely work these into the repertoire.

[@LivnWithPain]

Howdy from Ohio! Yes, that family from Ohio. I can't believe how so many of my workouts were working against me. I'm far from being a beast, but at least I am learning to stay motivated! You guys are animals! I appreciate all your videos and advice. Nothin but Love! Brad

[@vernongriffith4]

appreciate the support and glad they are helping you Brad, Keep Exploring!

[@drlaudi]

great variations! thanks for sharing these!

[@p99shooter]

Outstanding! Thanks, Coach 👊🏼😎

[@vernongriffith4]

My pleasure!

[@paulandriotis3138]

Awesome coaching here!!!

[@aaronmcelrea8172]

Farmer carries are exhausting but awesome…I use wrist wraps so I can go further when my hands start to fail, traps will be on fire

[@marshallwassel2809]

Don't need 400 plus pounds on shrugs to develop the traps. Full range of motion, especially elongating the muscle under load, is the way. 225-315, controlled eccentric and concentric and constant tension on the trap

[@chrisdesmarchais6426]

TRX Y’s also a great trap builder. I feel they hit the upper traps a bit more than the face pull.

[@vernongriffith4]

agreed

[@S10Alexander]

Great video. It's shrugging time.

[@Super-no1fx]

U mfs are killing it!! Looking fucking awesome.. used to watch ur tactical channel.. appreciate all the great work guys.. Dj looks like he has put on 20lbs of solid mass.. traps matter!!

[@chris7570]

I think you guys are going to save my shoulders traps and scraps

[@ayzee7473]

Great info

[@vernongriffith4]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ayzee7473]

@@vernongriffith4 made a impact and big difference in the way I felt upon waking up this morning. Sore and Accomplished

[@AVS17645thRCR]

Trap bar shrugs are fine if you do them right !

[@RichNorgrove]

What cable pulley system is this?

[@taylorcollins6472]

How about a shrug on a shrug machine or dumbells? The shrug machine has two forward facing bars you can hold onto.

[@vernongriffith4]

its just not something I program, I completely understand that some guys love them and they may work for you and I am sure if there is access to it at a gym once in a while the guys might jump on it but not something I am programming because of how many times I have had a guy have an issue from it

[@CHSBulldog59]

This is why you're the goat

[@vernongriffith4]

just sharing what I'm doing but I really appreciate the message! got more coming!

[@snakewad123]

What are your credentials ?

[@thejohnhend]

Anyone know what cable functional trainer machine that is? Looks nice!

[@vernongriffith4]

@technogym

[@thereelchriskelley3118]

I’ve been out of the gym for about 4 months since having a bad IT band issue from training for a half marathon. Will jumping into this program be too much volume to fast?

[@vernongriffith4]

If you find movements that are not the best for your current issue you can work around those movements to receive the benefits from everything else. There is a free seven day trial if you want to see if it fits your needs

[@sig02medic15]

Don't ego lift. Problem solved. Use full ROM and weight you can actually manage. It's just a little discipline

[@user-vw1vn9sw6m]

Y’all gotta release some content on DJs damn diet already!

[@57Jimflynn]

I stopped doing barbell shrugs because I feel other movements work the trap better with less weight.

[@vernongriffith4]

that is exactly where we are at as well

[@zNervouss]

No Bad Reps. Team Full ROM?

[@user-gd7oj4gc6q]

👍👍

[@MrJawrj]

Maybe don’t throw 405 on a barbell try dumbbells so you can pull at your sides not bent over🤪