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Battle rope alternating waves

A compound exercise for the front delts and forearms, with help from the abs, quads. Equipment: battle ropes.

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WorksFront deltsForearmsAbsQuads

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Half squat holding one rope end in each hand.
  2. Whip the arms up and down in turn
  3. Keep the waves reaching the anchor

Muscles worked

Battle rope alternating waves: 3D figure mid-rep with the front delts and forearms highlighted

Equipment

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