Back·Barbell·Compound

Snatch Shrug

Traps · Barbell

Intermediate

Body Part

Back

Equipment

Barbell

Level

Intermediate

Type

Compound

Force

Pull

The Snatch Shrug is an intermediate barbell exercise that primarily targets the Traps.

Muscles Worked

Traps primaryForearms secondaryShoulders secondary

In Position

Snatch Shrug — start position
Start position
Snatch Shrug — end position
End position

How to Do the Snatch Shrug

  1. 1Begin with a wide grip, with the bar hanging at the mid thigh position. You can use a hook or overhand grip. Your back should be straight and inclined slightly forward.
  2. 2Shrug your shoulders towards your ears. While this exercise can usually by loaded with heavier weight than a snatch, avoid overloading to the point that the execution slows down.

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Exercise data from the open-source Free Exercise DB. Library last reviewed June 22, 2026 · How these guides are written