Back muscles support our spine but they can weaken with age or inactivity. Exercising them routinely is important not only for health but to maintain proper posture.
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Here are 7 gym exercises that you need to incorporate to build a big and wide back:
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Lat pulldown Lat pulldown can improve your posture, increase upper body strength, and enhance overall muscle development.
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Single-arm dumbbell row The greater range of motion with a dumbbell allows you more contraction and squeeze of the back muscles.
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Pull ups A classic back exercise, the unassisted pull up requires a lot of strength. Mastering it can easily strengthen your back.
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Back extensions The back extensions are an effective way to strengthen your lower back. Reducing the bar length can also help target glutes.
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Seated rows The seated rows keep your back in tension the entire time, helping it achieve a defined look.
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Dumbbell pullover The horizontal motion of the dumbbell over your head helps develop the lats which sculpts your appearance.
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Deadlift Deadlift is a compound exercise that works nearly every muscle in the body. Correctly performing can give you a thick back.