If you're new to lifting, the trap bar can be a great exercise tool. It allows compound lifts that can help strengthen your entire body and build muscle mass. You can add a unique movement to your routine.

In this article, we'll discuss the best trap bar exercises for beginners.

Here are six best exercises you can do with a trap bar:

When you're looking to get started with trap bar deadlifts, it's important to keep in mind that this exercise is a great way to strengthen your entire body. If you're new to weightlifting and want an exercise that will help improve your strength and flexibility, this is a great place to start.

It's also important to remember that different people have different bodies, and what works for one person may not work well for another. That's why it's important for beginners to use a lighter weight when first learning how to do trap bar deadlifts. When they become more comfortable with the movement, they can increase their weight till they reach their desired level of challenge or intensity in their workouts.

If you've only done straight barbell deadlifts, this movement might feel a little alien to you, but don't worry. After a few reps or sets, you'll start to get the hang of it.

If you're looking for a way to incorporate some heavy, compound exercises into your routine, the trap bar deadlift is for you. This exercise combines two movements—the deadlift and bent-over row—into one powerful exercise that can help build up muscle strength in the back of your body.

To perform this exercise, stand with your feet hip-width apart, and hold the trap bar with an overhand grip (your palms facing each other). Bend at both knees and hips till they form a 90-degree angle, and keep them there throughout the movement.

Keep your back straight as you pull the weight up to waist level before lowering it under control.

The overhead press is a great exercise to start with. It's simple and effective, but it can be tough initially if you're not used to lifting heavy weights.

Here are the key points of this movement:

Shoulder shrugs are an excellent exercise for strengthening your traps. When you do them with a trap bar, it's important to remember that you need to keep your shoulders down and back at all times. That will help ensure you're using the muscles of your upper back (traps) and not just those in your neck and shoulder girdle.

To perform this exercise, stand in front of the bar with a shoulder-width grip (or slightly wider). Lift the weight up by driving through your heels and extending at both ends till you're standing straight up.

Lower under control to complete one rep; for multiple reps, lower only about halfway between each lift before returning to full extension.

Performing the floor press is simple. Lie on your back with your feet flat on the floor and palms facing inwards towards each other.

Lift the trap bar over your chest. Keep the weight centred over your shoulders as you lift it off of the ground, pressing it directly upwards till it reaches shoulder level before lowering it again to its starting position.

The trap bar allows you to perform this exercise in an extremely comfortable way. It's a great option for beginners who may have trouble performing a traditional bench press with a barbell or dumbbells.

The trap bar is an exceptionally great tool for beginners, as it allows to strengthen the entire body while performing compound lifts in new ways. The handles on the trap bar allows you to safely lift more weight and work in different planes than traditional free weights.

The trap bar is also great for working in new ways, such as by using partials (lifting a partial amount of weight) or unracking the bar with a wider grip and lower stance. Because of its versatility, you can use the trap bar for almost any exercise that can be performed with dumbbells or kettlebells.

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