The Best And Worst Back Exercises (Ranked By Science)

Ranking 20 back exercises on a tier list based on the latest science. This is how you should interpret my tier list: All exercises are ranked based on muscle building potential. S tier - My favorite. Do them if you can. A tier - Strongly recommend. B tier - I still do these in certain contexts....

Intermediate - 12 min - Fitness & Wellness - Jeff Nippard

The full course: Learn Strength Training free

What you'll need

• Adjustable dumbbells: Progressive overload at home.
• Weightlifting belt: Support on heavy lifts.
• Pull-up bar: The best upper-body exercise.
• Kettlebell: Swings, squats, carries.

Books

1. Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe - View on Amazon
2. Strength Training Anatomy by Frédéric Delavier - View on Amazon
3. Practical Programming for Strength Training by Mark Rippetoe - View on Amazon
4. Science and Development of Muscle Hypertrophy by Brad Schoenfeld - View on Amazon

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