Upper block thrust
About this exercise
"Upper block thrust" targets the Back muscle group, suitable for beginners. The main load falls on: Lats. Equipment needed: Machines.
Description
A basic exercise for developing the width of the back, in particular the latissimus muscles. It is an analogue of pull-ups for those who cannot perform them.
Instructions
1. Sit in the simulator, fix your hips under the rollers.
2. Grasp the wide handle with a shoulder-width upper grip.
3. With a slight deviation of the body back as you exhale, pull the handle towards the upper chest, bringing the shoulder blades together.
4. As you inhale, slowly and under control, return the weight up.
Muscles worked
Primary
Secondary
Warnings
1. Do not pull the handle by your head if you have poor shoulder mobility.2. Do not lean too far back and do not use inertia.3. Do not release the weight abruptly at the top point.
