GymPlan AICar Drivers
Car Drivers is a beginner isolation barbell exercise that mainly works your shoulders, with help from your forearms.
How to do the 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.
Muscles worked
Sets and reps
Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.
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What muscles does the car drivers work?
It mainly works your shoulders; your forearms assist.
How many sets and reps of car drivers should I do?
Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.
Is the car drivers good for beginners?
Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.