Rep scheme for barbell shrugs?

**Aggression** · 11-30-2004, 05:25 PM

What would be a better rep scheme for barbell shrugs?

3 sets reps of 15,12,10 all while increasing the weight each set or 3 sets reps of 10,8,6 all while increasing the weight each set?

**BigMike J** · 11-30-2004, 06:10 PM

For me the higher reps on the shrugs seem to work better then the low reps.

**bluethunder** · 11-30-2004, 07:39 PM

I like the first but again it may also depend on what other bodypart you are working ie. shoulders. I mix it up and also like doing desending sets ie. heavy few reps,drop weight increase reps. Hits all muscle fiber makeup.

**6_pak** · 11-30-2004, 07:55 PM

Try both schemes to see what works best for you. I think if you already have done exercises that hits traps, i.e., deads, uprights,cleans,etc. then, I would jump into the heavy weight for 6-8 reps.

**Spoon** · 12-01-2004, 12:53 AM

i just do 3 sets of 12 throughout while increasing the wights at the same time.

**Prime** · 12-01-2004, 08:09 AM

Originally Posted by BigMike J

For me the higher reps on the shrugs seem to work better then the low reps.

i find the same. i always stay above 10 reps, normally around 15.

***Narkissos*** · 12-01-2004, 08:42 AM

ditto...higher reps do 'feel' more effective on shrugs...A heavy drop-set tossed in at the end would make the workout more efective IMO

**Aggression** · 12-02-2004, 12:51 AM

I think I'm gonna go with 12,10,8 and add weight each set.

**D00fy** · 12-02-2004, 01:16 AM

what i noticed gets my trapz growing is this routine my freind made me try

UPRIGHTS 4-6sets,reps 8-12
followed by DUMBBELL SHRUGS 50lbs or 80lb depending how i feel and shiznit 4sets of shrugs anywhere from 25reps to about 50reps or til failure, its being very noticeable in growth as well as cuts:/