one arm against wall compressed
A back exercise targeting the lats, performed with body weight.
How to do one arm against wall compressed
Stand facing a wall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Extend one arm straight out in front of you and place your palm against the wall.
Engage your core and lean your body forward, keeping your arm straight and your back flat. Maintain compressed form throughout.
Slowly push against the wall with your palm, activating your lat muscles.
Hold the position for a few seconds, then release and repeat with the other arm.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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