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Seal row

A compound exercise for the upper back and lats, with help from the rear delts, biceps. Equipment: barbell, flat bench and plyo box or step.

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WorksUpper backLatsRear deltsBiceps

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Lie face down on a raised bench, bar underneath.
  2. Row to the bench
  3. Don't lift the chest

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