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Strength Machine

Reverse Hyperextension

The Reverse Hyperextension uses a machine to move the legs behind the torso through hip extension. The hamstrings and glutes provide much of the movement while the torso remai...

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Strength Machine

Reverse Machine Flyes

Reverse Machine Flyes use a guided machine path to train the rear shoulders. The supported seat and handles reduce balance demands and make the working range easier to repeat.

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Strength Other

Reverse Plate Curls

Reverse Plate Curls use a palms-down grip on the edge of a weight plate. The biceps assist with elbow flexion, while the brachialis, brachioradialis, grip, and forearms handle...

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Stretching Foam Roll

Rhomboids-SMR

Rhomboids-SMR uses a foam roller beneath the upper back while the arms reach forward to spread the shoulder blades. The position applies pressure across the middle back and su...

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Strongman Other

Rickshaw Carry

The Rickshaw Carry is a loaded strongman carry performed from inside a frame. Grip strength is heavily challenged while the legs, hips, traps, lower back, and abdominals suppo...

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Strongman Other

Rickshaw Deadlift

The Rickshaw Deadlift raises a strongman frame while the athlete stands between its handles. The quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, back, traps, and grip work together to move th...

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Strength Other

Ring Dips

Ring Dips are a bodyweight pressing exercise performed on two freely moving rings. The triceps, chest, and shoulders press the body upward while the arms and trunk stabilize t...

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Plyometrics Body Only

Rocket Jump

The Rocket Jump is a bodyweight vertical jump performed from a shallow squat. The quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, and hips create upward force while the arms assist with reach...

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