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Light dumbbell trap-3 raise

Regression of Trap-3 Raise

REGRESSION · HOW TO DO IT

Light dumbbell trap-3 raise

These steps are written specifically for the Light dumbbell trap-3 raise. Follow them in order and stop before you lose the position.

  1. 01
    Set up your version

    Set up specifically for the Light dumbbell trap-3 raise. Keep resistance intentionally low so position—not load—is the challenge.

  2. 02
    Move the pattern

    Keep the thumb up, reach the arm long, and lift it in line with the body without bending the elbow.

  3. 03
    Match the demand

    Use this version to make the position repeatable before adding range, load, or speed.

  4. 04
    Finish with control

    Stop before the neck shrugs or ribs lift, then lower the arm slowly to the start. Finish without a neck shrug.

START WHERE YOU CAN WIN

Regress the demand

EARN THE NEXT STEP

Progress the ownership

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SHOULDERS & SCAPULAE / 17

Short rangeShort range

Light dumbbell trap-3 raise

Sets: 3–4 · Reps: 8–15

Light dumbbell trap-3 raise is a regression of Trap-3 Raise. Use the written card above for its exact setup and execution.

Short range: Short range means the target muscle finishes squeezed in its shortened position.

WHY IT EARNS A SPOT

Own the position,
then earn the load.

The arm finishes overhead in line with the lower trapezius fibers, asking the scapula to upwardly rotate and posteriorly tilt without shrugging.