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best workout for traps? - 1/21/2005 10:38:36 AM

edwhobbs

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What in y'alls opinon is the best workout for traps? also what rep range do y'all think nails them the best?

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RE: best workout for traps? - 1/21/2005 12:27:08 PM

Weapon X

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I like DB Shrugs in the 10-12 rep range. I think they provide a better range of motion than babrells, and they just feel more natural for me. If I do upright rows my traps come out big time, but they hurt my shoulder sometimes so I avoid them. Also, heavy Deadlifts work wonders as well...

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RE: best workout for traps? - 1/21/2005 1:28:01 PM

IRONMAN366

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I do 3 sets of barbell and dumbell shrugs each with about 12 reps per set. I need bigger traps and these seem to work them the best for me.

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RE: best workout for traps? - 1/21/2005 2:15:13 PM

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I've always liked barbell shrugs, 3 sets, 4 to 6 reps. It's the heavier weight that works for me- Best advice, do both dumbbell and barbell shrugs in your workout, pick a rep range and stick with it for three or four months- See how you like it. Then switch up if you want- If you try high rep range first, switch to a low rep range with more weight and see what works best for you.

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RE: best workout for traps? - 1/22/2005 3:24:59 AM

xmax126

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i love going real heavy with a trap bar to 4 reps. but im limited to how heavy i can go because of my grip. me needs some straps or hooks. i do them behind the body and in front.

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