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Pulley Squat Row

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Pulley Squat Row Overview

The pulley squat row workout engages the upper back and quads, using the pulley to provide resistance.

The pulley’s function is to target the primary muscles, with some secondary muscle engagement.

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Pulley Squat Row Instructions

  1. Stand facing the pulley machine with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
  2. Hold the handles of the pulley machine with an overhand grip, palms facing down.
  3. Engage your core and keep your back straight as you lower your body into a squat position, pushing your hips back and bending your knees.
  4. As you squat down, simultaneously pull the handles towards your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  5. Pause for a moment at the bottom of the squat, then slowly extend your arms and return to the starting position, standing upright.

Pulley Squat Row Tips

  1. Start by setting the pulley at chest height and stand facing it with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Grip the handles with an overhand grip, keeping your palms facing down and your elbows slightly bent.
  3. Engage your upper back muscles by squeezing your shoulder blades together and keeping your chest lifted throughout the exercise.
  4. Bend your knees and lower your body into a squat position, keeping your weight on your heels and your knees tracking over your toes.
  5. As you squat down, simultaneously pull the handles towards your body, leading with your elbows and engaging your upper back muscles.
  6. At the bottom of the squat, pause for a moment and squeeze your quads before slowly returning to the starting position.
  7. Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions, focusing on maintaining proper form and engaging your upper back and quads throughout.

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