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Battle rope double waves
A compound exercise for the front delts and forearms, with help from the abs, lats. Equipment: battle ropes.
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How to do it
- Setup: Half squat, one rope end in each hand.
- Whip both arms up and down together
- Breathe in rhythm with the waves
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