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Middle Back exercise guides

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Stretching

Spinal Stretch

The Spinal Stretch combines seated torso rotation with a slight forward lean. The middle back is the primary area, while the lats, traps, lower back, and neck may also be invo...

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Strength Other

Suspended Row

The Suspended Row uses bodyweight resistance while the hands hold suspension straps. The middle back provides the primary pulling emphasis, with the lats and biceps helping br...

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Strength Barbell

T-Bar Row with Handle

The T-Bar Row with Handle uses a landmine bar and close neutral-grip handle to train the middle back. The lats and biceps assist as the weight is pulled toward the upper abdom...

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Strength Other

TRX Row

The TRX Row uses suspension straps and bodyweight to train the middle back. The lats and biceps assist as the chest is pulled toward the handles and the body remains in a stra...

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Strength Kettlebells

Two-Arm Kettlebell Row

The Two-Arm Kettlebell Row uses two independent weights while the torso remains in a bent-over position. The middle back provides the primary pulling emphasis, with the lats a...

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Stretching

Upper Back Stretch

The Upper Back Stretch uses clasped hands and a forward reach to create space between the shoulder blades. The middle back is the listed target area, and the position should r...

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