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Rowing: Shave

Intermediate (6/10)Reformer
Position: SeatedEnergy: 5/10~45s

Cueing

Hands behind head, reach upwards in a diamond shape; keep shoulders away from ears.

Anatomy & Muscles

PrimarySecondary

Primary Muscles

Erector SpinaeMultifidusQuadratus LumborumLatissimus DorsiTrapezius

Secondary Muscles

RhomboidsPectoralis MajorAnterior DeltoidBiceps BrachiiSerratus AnteriorForearmsPosterior DeltoidTriceps BrachiiInfraspinatus

Regressions

In front of forehead instead of behind head; narrow range; sit on box.

Progressions

Slower eccentric phase; add small pulses; maintain extreme lift.

Common Errors

Neck poking forward; back arching; shoulders shrugging.

Contraindications

  • Lumbar Disc Hernia
  • Osteoporosis (Flexion Risk)
  • Shoulder Sensitivity
  • Wrist Sensitivity
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