PRIMARY MUSCLES TARGETED
Trapezius
Serratus Anterior
SECONDARY SYNERGISTIC MUSCLES WORKED
Pectoralis Major
Clavicular Stabilizers
Anterior Deltoid
Core stabilizer muscles
EXECUTION OF THE SERRATUS SHRUG AKA REVERSE SHRUG ON DIP MACHINE
1. Lift yourself onto a dip machine, holding the handles with arms fully extended. Support your body weight with your shoulders and arms
2. Slowly lower your body allowing the shoulders to elevate toward your ears. Be sure to maintain straight arms, controlling the shrugging motion throughout the entire range of motion.
3. Reverse the motion by pushing down through the arms pushing your shoulders away from your ears elevating your body back to the starting position.
TIPS
1. Avoid arching your back. Be sure your abdominals remain tight and head remains in a neutral position throughout the entire range of motion.
2. Be sure to descend and ascend through the rep in a slow controlled manner to avoid injury and to accentuate the load placed on the muscles.
3. Do not bend the elbows during the exercise. All movement should take place throughout the scapula/shoulder area.
*For a video demonstration of the SERRATUS SHRUG AKA REVERSE SHRUG USING THE DIP BARS check out my Instagram by clicking or copy and paste the url at.. https://www.instagram.com/joshuafitness/ Feel Free to contact me for a demonstration of this exercise!
**Consult your physician before attempting this or any other fitness program to ensure you are in good health and able to complete strenuous activity. Contact a Certified Personal Trainer for proper instruction to prevent injury.