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Course: PHRE 3045 – Sports Injuries Movement Pattern: Pull | horizontal Target: Rhomboids Synergist(s): Deltoids (Anterior), Trapezius
Exercise
Regressions: Progressions:

Equipment:
Description:
  1. Start either prone with forehead supported, seated, or standing.
  2. Initiate movement by contracting rhomboids and middle trapezius and brining scapulae together.
  3. Resist the tendency to shrug and over recruit your upper trapezius.
  4. Avoid excessive back extension.  Movement should come from scapulae and arms only.
  5. Go through maximum allowable (pain free) range.
Common Error(s): Arching the upper back
Spotting:
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