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Ring High Row

Thick back
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Targets: Lats, Lower trap

About

Since it is a body weight exercise, you ca workout more safely than using weights. You have to keep your chest open so that you can feel the stimulations.

How to Ring High Row

Starting Position

1. Hold the ring and extend your arms.

2. Support yourself with your heels and open your chest to make your body straight.

Proper Form

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

2. Pull until your chest touches the ring.

3. Slowly return to the starting position.

Breathing Technique

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

Precautions

1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.

2. Please keep your chest open to avoid rounding your back.

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