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Resistance-Band 2-For 1-Row

The Resistance-Band 2-For 1-Row mainly works the back, with help from the biceps and shoulders. You'll need: loop bands and resistance bands.

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Required Equipment

Loop Bands
Loop Bands
Resistance Bands
Resistance Bands

Resistance-Band 2-For 1-Row Muscles Worked

Primary

Lats (latissimus dorsi); Rhomboids (Shoulder Blade) (rhomboids, major & minor)

Secondary

Biceps (biceps brachii); Rear Shoulder (Delts) (posterior deltoid)

How to do the Resistance-Band 2-For 1-Row

Setup

Place the middle of a resistance band under your feet, keeping them shoulder-width apart. Hinge forward at your hips, keeping your back flat and chest up.

Execution

  1. Grasp the ends of the band with both hands, arms extended.

  2. Inhale and engage your core to stabilize your spine.

  3. Exhale as you pull the band towards your torso, driving your elbows back towards your hips.

  4. Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the peak of the contraction.

  5. Control the tempo as you slowly return to the starting position.

Resistance-Band 2-For 1-Row FAQs

What muscles does the Resistance-Band 2-For 1-Row work?

The Resistance-Band 2-For 1-Row mainly works the back, with help from the biceps and shoulders. The main muscles are the latissimus dorsi and rhomboids.

What equipment do you need for the Resistance-Band 2-For 1-Row?

Loop bands and resistance bands.

What workout day should the Resistance-Band 2-For 1-Row go on?

It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.

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