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Rhomboids-SMR

Rhomboids-SMR is an intermediate stretching that mainly works your upper back, with help from your traps.

💪 Upper back🏋️ Other📈 Intermediate🎯 2-3 holds of 20-30 seconds per side
Rhomboids-SMR: starting position
Starting position
Rhomboids-SMR: end position
End position

How to do the rhomboids-smr

  1. Lay down with your back on the floor. Place a foam roll underneath your upper back, and cross your arms in front of you, protracting your shoulders. This will be your starting position.
  2. Raise your hips off of the ground, placing your weight onto the foam roll. Shift your weight to one side at a time, rolling over your middle and upper back. Pause at points of tension for 10-30 seconds.

Muscles worked

Primary: Upper backSecondary: Traps

Sets and reps

Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.

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Rhomboids-SMR alternatives

Exercises that train the same main muscle, including options with other equipment.

Upper Back StretchBodyweight · BeginnerSpinal StretchBodyweight · BeginnerMiddle Back StretchBodyweight · Beginner

FAQ

What muscles does the rhomboids-smr work?

It mainly works your upper back; your traps assist.

How many sets and reps of rhomboids-smr should I do?

Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.

Is the rhomboids-smr good for beginners?

It suits lifters with some experience. Beginners can start with a lighter weight or one of the alternatives below.

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