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Inverted Row

Lowermiddle back
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Targets: Lats, Lower trap

About

Inverted Row is a workout that is done a lot as an auxiliary workout for pull-ups. It may be a little challenging, but try to stay focused on keeping your breathings and forms right.

How to Inverted Row

Starting Position

1. Place the bar of the Smith machine at hip level.

2. The lower the bar, the higher the intensity of the exercise.

3. While looking up, grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width.

4. Extend your legs and keep your body in a straight line.

Proper Form

1. Pull your arms back naturally while bringing your shoulder blades together.

2. Pull until your elbows are vertical.

3. While keeping your body in a straight line, slowly extend your arms to return to the starting position.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when pulling your arms, and inhale when extending your arms.

Precautions

Please be careful not to loosen the bar of the Smith machine.

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