Battling Ropes

A intermediate shoulders movement targeting the deltoid posterior, using rope.

Targets
Deltoid Posterior
Also works
Brachialis, Brachioradialis, Deltoid Lateral, Infraspinatus
Equipment
Rope
Level
Intermediate
Start with
3 × 10-12, 60s rest

Where this fits in a week

Dietly scores one photo a week out of 100, names the area holding the score back, and builds the week around it — so a movement like this gets programmed when your deltoid posterior is what needs the work, not because it was next on a list.

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Demonstration courtesy of Gym Visual. Sets and reps are a starting point, not a prescription. Speak to a qualified professional before starting a new exercise program, particularly if you are managing an injury or a health condition.