Weighted Towel-grip Inverted Row

Muscle Groups: Traps, Lats

Weighted Towel-grip Inverted Row focuses on Traps, Lats, with Shoulders, Chest, Forearm working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Towel-grip Inverted Row with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Start by lying underneath a sturdy bar or suspension trainer, grasping a towel wrapped around the bar with both hands. Keep your body straight and your heels on the ground.

  2. 2

    Pull your chest towards the towel by bending your elbows, engaging your back muscles while keeping your body straight from head to heels.

  3. 3

    Lower yourself slowly back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Weighted Towel-grip Inverted Row safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Engage your core throughout the exercise to maintain proper body alignment.

  • Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements for maximum effectiveness.

  • Make sure to keep your shoulders down and away from your ears to prevent strain.

Secondary Muscles

While Weighted Towel-grip Inverted Row primarily targets Traps, Lats , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, Chest, Forearm . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.

Related Exercises

If you enjoyed Weighted Towel-grip Inverted Row, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Towel-grip Inverted Row, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.

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