Back Rows - Cables, Barbell or Dumbbells (2 BEST TIPS)
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Date: 2022-04-22
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William
I'm dealing with disc protrusion and intense sciatic nerve pain, but really don't want to stop training, and when I say intense I mean excruciating worse pain I've ever had intense, it's always there, sometimes it's bearable, certain movements really irritate it, so now I have to totally rethink and change my training, I've ego' ed my way thru for the last 6 or 7 months but lately the pain has been to difficult for me to bear and I've had to leave the gym the last few times I've gone last week within a few minutes of being there, it's very frustrating and mentally discouraging as training is my main source (basically only source) of entertainment and I've always been athletic and active. So to have to take time off is like a life changing event. I need suggestions! Especially back and leg training as bending over row movements, squats, and deadlifts r out right now. I've tried everything to relieve the pain over the last 7 months, massage, chiropractor, electric shock off the area, Ibruprofen, nothing seems to fix the problem. I really don't want to stop training. Need help, much apreciated
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I'm dealing with disc protrusion and intense sciatic nerve pain, but really don't want to stop training, and when I say intense I mean excruciating worse pain I've ever had intense, it's always there, sometimes it's bearable, certain movements really irritate it, so now I have to totally rethink and change my training, I've ego' ed my way thru for the last 6 or 7 months but lately the pain has been to difficult for me to bear and I've had to leave the gym the last few times I've gone last week within a few minutes of being there, it's very frustrating and mentally discouraging as training is my main source (basically only source) of entertainment and I've always been athletic and active. So to have to take time off is like a life changing event. I need suggestions! Especially back and leg training as bending over row movements, squats, and deadlifts r out right now. I've tried everything to relieve the pain over the last 7 months, massage, chiropractor, electric shock off the area, Ibruprofen, nothing seems to fix the problem. I really don't want to stop training. Need help, much apreciated
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A.
He says to set the scapulae, but the scapulae shouldn't be set THROUGHOUT the movement, correct?
-An example of faulty load sharing can be witnessed in those individuals
who have been taught to adduct their scapulae prior to initiating a
pull with the lats and other muscles. This faulty motor sequence
disrupts load sharing by first recruiting the scapular adductors,
shortening them beyond the range of their optimal length/force and
length/tension relationships, which then leave the scapulohumeral
musculature to perform the remainder of the work. This often leads to
strain and trigger point development of the teres major, teres minor and
infraspinatus muscles, or otherwise known as pattern overload. -
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He says to set the scapulae, but the scapulae shouldn't be set THROUGHOUT the movement, correct?
-An example of faulty load sharing can be witnessed in those individuals
who have been taught to adduct their scapulae prior to initiating a
pull with the lats and other muscles. This faulty motor sequence
disrupts load sharing by first recruiting the scapular adductors,
shortening them beyond the range of their optimal length/force and
length/tension relationships, which then leave the scapulohumeral
musculature to perform the remainder of the work. This often leads to
strain and trigger point development of the teres major, teres minor and
infraspinatus muscles, or otherwise known as pattern overload. -
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Jemma
I also find that using wrist straps on some rows (eg Shotgun row) really helps me isolate my lats as opposed to my biceps. I think it is because you dont have to grip the handle so hard and consequently are able to take most of the weight with the correct muscles. Yes, you may feel silly using straps for weight that is not incredibly impressive and I know straps are a controversial subject as some say you are sacrificing grip ect ect However, if your goal is to build your back and not your forearms, I think it's okay on some exercises. That's just me though, you just have to experiment and find what works for you.
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I also find that using wrist straps on some rows (eg Shotgun row) really helps me isolate my lats as opposed to my biceps. I think it is because you dont have to grip the handle so hard and consequently are able to take most of the weight with the correct muscles. Yes, you may feel silly using straps for weight that is not incredibly impressive and I know straps are a controversial subject as some say you are sacrificing grip ect ect However, if your goal is to build your back and not your forearms, I think it's okay on some exercises. That's just me though, you just have to experiment and find what works for you.
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Anthony
Why would someone want to flex there wrist in either direction if they want to isolate the back. I-ve scene elsewhere that neutral wrist position and a hook grip minimize engagement in the forearm. Lower the weights and build mind muscle connection till you can feel the engagement of the muscle you desire throughout the movement. When you feel other muscles taking over, while trying to contract targeted muscle, lower the weight. Love most of Jeff-s videos, but sometimes he complicates things just so he can put out different content.
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Why would someone want to flex there wrist in either direction if they want to isolate the back. I-ve scene elsewhere that neutral wrist position and a hook grip minimize engagement in the forearm. Lower the weights and build mind muscle connection till you can feel the engagement of the muscle you desire throughout the movement. When you feel other muscles taking over, while trying to contract targeted muscle, lower the weight. Love most of Jeff-s videos, but sometimes he complicates things just so he can put out different content.
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Dj
i have off balanced muscles, its hard to train the left side of my chest, arm and shoulder which gives me off balanced muscle growth. sucks cause when i workout, the right side gets a good form and left side doesn't. I do extra sets on the left side in order to try and even it out. tried whey powder butt hat makes my muscles look good and all but their still off form. is there anything im doing wrong or any tips you can give on this?
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i have off balanced muscles, its hard to train the left side of my chest, arm and shoulder which gives me off balanced muscle growth. sucks cause when i workout, the right side gets a good form and left side doesn't. I do extra sets on the left side in order to try and even it out. tried whey powder butt hat makes my muscles look good and all but their still off form. is there anything im doing wrong or any tips you can give on this?
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Sniperop775
Hey Jeff, something happened to my left wrist. I can't bend it anymore (forwards and backwards. So I can't do standard pushups. I think this happened because when I was curling I flexed my wrists at the same time. Now I'm paying the price. Is there any type of exercises I can do to help this? I've massaged my wrist which helped quite a bit but I'm not fully recovered. This happened a couple weeks ago. Thanks!
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Hey Jeff, something happened to my left wrist. I can't bend it anymore (forwards and backwards. So I can't do standard pushups. I think this happened because when I was curling I flexed my wrists at the same time. Now I'm paying the price. Is there any type of exercises I can do to help this? I've massaged my wrist which helped quite a bit but I'm not fully recovered. This happened a couple weeks ago. Thanks!
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TheSlimmshadyy
I have heard that using a hook grip takes biceps out of the equation and it actually works. But then I watched another videos which said that one should grab the weight firmly so that the rotator cuffs will stabilise themselves and it will prevent injury. Anyone here with more knowledge who can shed some light on this? Is hook grip bad?
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I have heard that using a hook grip takes biceps out of the equation and it actually works. But then I watched another videos which said that one should grab the weight firmly so that the rotator cuffs will stabilise themselves and it will prevent injury. Anyone here with more knowledge who can shed some light on this? Is hook grip bad?
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SC
Bending your wrists like that is going to ruin your grip. Just pull with the elbows and NOT with anything else (biceps or forearms. Remember to engage your scapula before the pulling (meaning retract you shoulders back before you start pulling with your elbows. You should instantly feel a better contraction because that's how you engage your lats.
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Bending your wrists like that is going to ruin your grip. Just pull with the elbows and NOT with anything else (biceps or forearms. Remember to engage your scapula before the pulling (meaning retract you shoulders back before you start pulling with your elbows. You should instantly feel a better contraction because that's how you engage your lats.
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Heal
Hi Jeff love your videos it's been a while since you've made a full body workout with a weighted med ball (5lb, 10lb etc)
Are you able to make a new one but also show different ways of hitting you back or biceps compared to your -8 is enough - couple years ago
Thanks
Kamran
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Hi Jeff love your videos it's been a while since you've made a full body workout with a weighted med ball (5lb, 10lb etc)
Are you able to make a new one but also show different ways of hitting you back or biceps compared to your -8 is enough - couple years ago
Thanks
Kamran
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AtoZbodyfitness
barbell row or seated rows are the best IMO. they build a good thickness in the back and give it volume and a thicker look. also widens the back as well. i always preferred them over lat pulldowns, although don't substitute one for the other.
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barbell row or seated rows are the best IMO. they build a good thickness in the back and give it volume and a thicker look. also widens the back as well. i always preferred them over lat pulldowns, although don't substitute one for the other.
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