Barbell Rear Delt Raise
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Equipment
The barbell rear delt raise targets the posterior deltoids, enhancing shoulder definition and improving upper body strength. This exercise involves lifting the barbell behind the body, focusing on controlled movement to engage the shoulder muscles effectively.
How to do it
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell behind your thighs with an overhand grip.
- Engage your core and keep your back straight.
- Lift the barbell by raising your arms to the side and slightly backward, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Pause briefly at the top of the movement.
- Lower the barbell back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
Muscles worked
Primary Deltoid Posterior
Secondary Trapezius Lower Fibers Trapezius Middle Fibers
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