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Inverted row

A compound exercise for the upper back and lats, with help from the biceps, rear delts. Equipment: squat rack and barbell.

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WorksUpper backLatsBicepsRear delts

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Bar at hip height in the rack; hang underneath with straight body.
  2. Pull the chest to the bar
  3. Body stays rigid
  4. Lower with control

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