Shrugs Are Overrated: Build a Massive Yoke Without Shrugs

Workout Summary

Workout Description

Traps are the true sign of strength. Outlift your competition by building a set of impressive traps and upper back muscles. This 4 week explosive workout plan will get you there.

This workout routine focuses on trap exercises and shoulder movements that will help you build a serious yoke. The exercises in this program are designed to help you build muscle and strength efficiently.

Where Shrugs Fall Short

Many training programs fail to adequately train the traps beyond shrugs. Shrugs are great, but they aren't enough. This program incorporates other compound movements that will hit the traps and upper back hard.

Beating the Shrug: Which Exercises and Why

Here are some exercises included in the program and why they are effective:

• Snatch-Grip High Pull: This exercise targets the traps and upper back effectively by incorporating a pulling motion that engages these muscles.
• Rack Pull: This exercise emphasizes the upper back and traps by allowing you to lift heavier weights than a traditional deadlift.
• Power Shrug: This explosive movement helps develop power in the traps and upper back, improving overall strength.

The Program

This program includes 4 workout days per week focusing on trap and upper back exercises. Each week, the workouts will become progressively more challenging to help you build muscle and strength.

Week 1

Week 2

Week 3

Week 4