Metal Strength

Dumbbell Shrugs

How strong is your Dumbbell Shrugs? Compare your lift against population strength standards and estimate your 1RM.

DumbbellStrength standards

Strength standards (× bodyweight)

Strength standardsMaleFemale
Beginner0.3×
Novice0.5×
Intermediate0.75×
Advanced
Elite1.3×

Muscles worked

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Dumbbell Shrugs FAQ

What is a good Dumbbell Shrugs?

Strength is measured as a multiple of your bodyweight: a beginner Dumbbell Shrugs is around 0.3× bodyweight for men, an intermediate lifter reaches about 0.75× bodyweight for men, an elite Dumbbell Shrugs is roughly 1.3× bodyweight for men. See the table above for every tier for men and women.

How do I calculate my Dumbbell Shrugs one-rep max?

Enter the weight you lifted and how many reps you completed into the strength calculator. It estimates your one-rep max and shows which tier — from beginner to elite — your Dumbbell Shrugs falls into.

What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Shrugs?

The Dumbbell Shrugs is a dumbbell exercise. You can log it and track your progress against strength standards in the free calculator.

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