Water Bottle Rear Delt Row on Incline Bench
Incline-supported row that specifically targets the rear delts and upper back.
ShouldersBeginnerStrengthPull
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: rear delts. Secondary: upper back, rhomboids |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Shoulders |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Pull |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 12-15 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~22 kcal |
How to do it
- Lie face-down on an incline bench holding water bottles.
- Row the bottles upward and slightly outward, leading with the elbows.
- Squeeze the rear delts at the top.
- Lower with control.
- Complete 4 sets of 12-15 reps.
Equipment
- Water Bottles
- Incline Bench
Coaching tips
Benefits
Incline-supported row that specifically targets the rear delts and upper back.
Common mistakes
Avoid shrugging or using momentum.
Make it harder
Use heavier bottles or add a pause at the top.
Make it easier
Use lighter bottles or reduce the range.
Breathing
Exhale as you row, inhale as you lower.
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