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London Bridge

London Bridge: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: other.

Technique demo: London Bridge
Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentother
  • Body partback
Primary muscles
upper back, shoulders
Secondary muscles
biceps, forearms
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How to do it

  1. Attach the rope to a high anchor point.
  2. Stand facing away from the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  3. Grasp the rope with an overhand grip, palms facing down.
  4. Lean forward slightly, keeping your back straight and core engaged.
  5. Pull the rope towards your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  6. Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then slowly release the tension and return to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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