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Prone W Raise

Bent-arm variation that hammers the lower traps.

3 ร— 10โ€“12 8 minrest 60s

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Equipment
bodyweight
Rest
60s between sets
Primary muscles
upper back
Also works
rear delts

How to do it

  1. Lie face down, elbows bent 90ยฐ into a W shape.
  2. Squeeze shoulder blades down and back to lift elbows and hands.
  3. Pause at the top.
  4. Lower with control.

Form cues

  • โœ“Brace core
  • โœ“Full range of motion
  • โœ“Slow, controlled tempo

Common mistakes

  • โœ—Rushing reps
  • โœ—Losing tension at the top

Progressions

  • Master form โ†’ add reps โ†’ progress to harder variation

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