Rack Pull

The Rack Pull primarily works the Rhomboids, Trapezius (Middle), Trapezius (Upper), with secondary activation of the Erector Spinae, Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Major and stabilizer support from the Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis. It is a barbell compound exercise at advanced difficulty.

Partial deadlift from elevated position targeting upper back and traps.

EquipmentBarbell
DifficultyAdvanced
TypeCompound
MovementHorizontal Pull
ForcePull
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryRhomboids, Trapezius (Middle), Trapezius (Upper)
SecondaryErector Spinae, Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Major

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Grasp barbell with overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart. Execution: Pull weight toward torso, squeezing shoulder blades together. Return to starting position under control. Repeat. Comments: This is an advanced exercise. Ensure proper form before adding load.

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