An overlooked but important muscle group are the traps. If properly exercised they can adjust posture, improve upper body strength, enhance sports and function, and improve other upper body movements such as pullups and pushups.
TRAPEZIUS EXERCISES
Cable shrug
One-arm cable shrug
Deadlift
One-arm deadlift
Dumbbell shrug
Dumbbell upright row
Dumbbell row
Shrug machine
Barbell bent over row
Barbell front raise
Barbell shrug
Barbell upright row
NOTE: Perform with fullest range of motion available. Heavy deadlifts must only be performed by experienced lifters with proper technique and function.
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