Shoulders
The main muscle group listed for this exercise.
Exercise guide
Car Drivers
Car Drivers is a beginner-friendly shoulder exercise performed with a barbell. It also involves the arms.
Barbell
The equipment listed for this variation.
Beginner
The recorded setup and movement complexity.
Shoulders
Car Drivers also involves arms.
Strength
Movement pattern: general. This is an isolation exercise.
Beginner
This level reflects the setup and movement complexity recorded for this exercise.
Instructions
How to do Car Drivers
- While standing upright, hold a barbell plate in both hands at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions. Your palms should be facing each other and your arms should be extended straight out in front of you. This will be your starting position.
- Initiate the movement by rotating the plate as far to one side as possible. Use the same type of movement you would use to turn a steering wheel to one side.
- Reverse the motion, turning it all the way to the opposite side.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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FAQ
Common questions about Car Drivers.
What muscles does Car Drivers work?
Car Drivers primarily trains the shoulders and also involves the arms.
Is Car Drivers beginner-friendly?
Yes. It is listed as beginner-friendly.
What equipment do I need for Car Drivers?
This variation uses a barbell.
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