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Ring High Row

A suspended horizontal pulling movement using rings set high to target upper back and rear shoulder muscles.

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Secondary muscles

latissimus dorsibiceps brachiirear deltoidstrapezius

How to do it

  1. Adjust rings to chest height and grip handles with neutral grip.
  2. Lean back with feet forward and body straight.
  3. Engage core, keep arms extended.
  4. Row your chest toward the rings, retracting shoulder blades.
  5. Lower body back to start under control.

Form cues

  • Squeeze shoulder blades
  • Keep body aligned
  • Control each rep
  • Pull elbows high

Common mistakes

  • Sagging hips
  • Shrugging shoulders
  • Elbows flaring excessively
  • Incomplete range

Breathing

Exhale as you pull, inhale as you lower.

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