Rep scheme for barbell shrugs?

[Aggression]

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]

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

[bluethunder]

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]

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]

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

[Prime]

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*]

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]

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

[D00fy]

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:/