#9. Barbell Shrug
Why: If you want massive traps then you’ll need to incorporate some back exercises that emphasize isolation into your programming. Barbell shrugs are my personal favorite trap-focused movement as they’re easy to overload and help to improve overall upper back strength.
Execution: Set the bar up in a power rack slightly above the knees. Using a double overhand grip, grab the bar as tight as possible and shrug your shoulders up and towards your ears.* Once they’ve gone as high as they can go, lower them back to the starting position. Repeat for the prescribed number of sets and repetitions.
*Feel free to use lifting straps. Do not let your grip strength be a limiting factor in this movement.