Towel hang
A isolation exercise for the forearms, with help from the lats. Equipment: pull-up bar.
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How to do it
- Setup: Two towels over the bar, one in each hand.
- Hang with straight arms and shoulders engaged
- Hold as long as the grip lasts
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