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Back exercises

Why not find some back exercises that you can add into your workout to help strengthen both upper and lower back?

Did you know that the back is made up of many muscles, the Latissimus dorsi, "widest (muscle) of the back", the Trapezius and the Rhomboids, being the main three back muscles.

Their main functions are to pull your arms back, down, and towards your body, and to help rotate it inwardly. Used for rowing, chinning, or pulling yourself upward or forward with your arms.

Many people suffer from back problems, due to a weakness in both their back muscles and abdominal's. The following back exercises will help strengthen your back. Always remember to warm-up prior to doing these or any other exercise.

Reading the notes on strength training and weight lifting techniques, will help you establish your specific goals.

Related back exercises :

Dorsal Raise | High Bench Barbell Row | Dumbbell Bent Over 1 Arm Row | Pull ups on Swiss Ball | Wide grip lat pull downs


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