Suspension Rear Delt Row: How-to, Tips & More
The Suspension Rear Delt Row is a beginner isolation exercise for your rear delts. You do it with suspension trainer. It is a good fit when your goal is muscle growth.
Besides the rear delts, it also works your upper back, so it fits well in a session that trains those muscles together.
Muscles worked
Rear delts
Primary
Upper back
Secondary
How to do the Suspension Rear Delt Row
- Face the anchor holding the handles, arms straight, and lean back.
- Open your arms out to the sides to pull your body up.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together.
- Lower slowly back to straight arms.
Suspension Rear Delt Row tips
- Keep a slight bend in your elbows.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 12 to 20 reps per set, and 12 to 20 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range. It also works well in a superset with an exercise for the opposite muscles.
Equipment
Suspension trainer
Type
Isolation
Suspension Rear Delt Row alternatives
Suspension Face Pull
Rear delts
Dumbbell Rear Delt Row
Rear delts
Face Pull
Rear delts
Band Rear Delt Fly
Rear delts
More rear delts exercises
Across Chest Shoulder Stretch Warmup
Bodyweight
Cable Rear Delt Fly
Cable machine
Chest Supported Rear Delt Raise
Dumbbells
Cross-Body Shoulder Stretch
Bodyweight
Dumbbell Rear Delt Fly
Dumbbells
Rear Delt Fly
Dumbbells
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Suspension Rear Delt Row work?
The Suspension Rear Delt Row mainly works your rear delts, with help from your upper back.
How many sets and reps should I do?
A good starting point is 12 to 20 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 12 to 20 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Suspension Rear Delt Row good for beginners?
Yes. The Suspension Rear Delt Row is considered beginner and is a good choice if you are new to training. Start light and focus on form.
What equipment do I need for the Suspension Rear Delt Row?
You need suspension trainer.
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