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Inverted Row with Straps

Main muscles
Middle back
Also works
Biceps, Lats
Level
Beginner
Type
Compound · Pull

How to do it

  1. Hang a rope or suspension straps from a rack or other stable object. Grasp the ends and position yourself in a supine position hanging from the ropes. Your body should be straight with your heels on the ground with your arms fully extended. This will be your starting position.
  2. Begin by flexing the elbow, pulling your chest to your hands. Retract your shoulder blades as you perform the movement.
  3. Pause at the top of the motion, and return yourself to the start position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Quick answers

What muscles does the Inverted Row with Straps work?
Mainly the middle back, with help from the biceps, lats.
What equipment do I need?
Other equipment.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes, it is rated beginner level.
How do I track progress on it?
Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.

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