maratoolTraps Exercises
18 exercises that target the traps. Filter by equipment, then open any exercise for step-by-step instructions and a muscle map.
Barbell Shrug
Barbell Shrug Behind The Back
Barbell Shrugs
Cable Shoulder Shrugs
Cable Shrugs
Calf-Machine Shoulder Shrug
Clean Shrug
Dumbbell Shrug
Kettlebell Sumo High Pull
Leverage Shrug
Scapular Pull-Up
Shoulder Shrugs
Smith Machine Behind the Back Shrug
Smith Machine Upright Row
Snatch Shrug
Standing Dumbbell Upright Row
Upright Cable Row
Upright Row - With Bands
Traps Exercises — FAQ
What are the best traps exercises?
It depends on your available equipment and experience. This page lists all 18 traps exercises in the database — barbell is the most common equipment for this muscle. Open any exercise for step-by-step instructions.
How do I train traps without equipment?
0 of these traps exercises need no equipment at all. Use the equipment filter above and pick "Body only".
Which other muscles do traps exercises work?
Most compound movements recruit secondary muscles alongside the traps. Every exercise page shows a muscle map with the primary muscle in terracotta and secondary muscles in a lighter tint.