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<\/p>\nIf you’re having a hard time building your traps, these two workouts should make your collar muscles bigger and stronger.<\/p>\n
Every serious fitness buff knows that thick and strong trapezius muscles are important for strength, function, and aesthetic. So, here’s everything you need to know about the best collar muscle workouts.<\/p>\n
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The secret to creating a well-proportioned upper body is to exercise each muscle group individually. For example, many shoulder exercises hit your traps, but they\u2019re not nearly enough to build thick trapezius muscles.<\/p>\n
That\u2019s why you need to incorporate isolation exercises that work your traps specifically. Here are two of the best traps exercises for you to do:<\/p>\n
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Dumbbell shrugs are simple isolation exercises that solely work your trapezius muscle group. However, take note that this collar exercise with dumbbells will only be effective if you contract and squeeze your trap muscles tightly to the back, not the front.<\/p>\n
Tip:<\/strong> You want to pick a weight you can freely control. The most important parts of this exercise are the full stretch at the bottom and the tight squeeze at the top.<\/p>\n Machine face pulls are great shoulder collar exercises for beginners that allow isolation of the traps. The idea is to stand in front of a high-pulley cable machine with a rope attached to it and to pull it using your traps.<\/p>\n Tip:<\/strong> If lower back problems are stopping you from doing dumbbell shrugs, then machine face pulls are perfect for you. They work your traps without putting any tension on your hips, legs, or waist.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Just like any muscle group, aim to work your traps at least three times a week. You may opt to perform these exercises along with your shoulder or back workout routines<\/a>.<\/p>\n Also, make sure to eat the right nutrients<\/a> for muscle growth. All these exercises won\u2019t give you the traps you want if you\u2019re not consuming the right foods for muscle growth. Ditch the junk and switch to healthier options instead. Your body will thank you for it!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The most important thing to remember when doing these traps workout moves is to create a smooth, controlled flow between contracting and stretching your muscles \u2014 do not let the weight carry you. That\u2019s why you need to use weights you can properly control.<\/p>\n2. Machine Face Pulls<\/h3>\n
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When Should You Do Your Traps Workout Routine?<\/h3>\n