Upper back · Rope · Beginner

How to do London Bridge

The London Bridge exercise targets the upper back using a rope attached to a high anchor point. It involves pulling the rope towards the body while squeezing the shoulder blades together, engaging the upper back, shoulders, biceps, and forearms.

Primary muscle: Upper back
Also works: Shoulders, Biceps and Forearms
Equipment: Rope
Level: Beginner
Category: Back

How to do London Bridge, step by step

Attach the rope to a high anchor point.
Stand facing away from the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Grasp the rope with an overhand grip, palms facing down.
Lean forward slightly, keeping your back straight and core engaged.
Pull the rope towards your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then slowly release the tension and return to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

London Bridge works your upper back as the main mover, with help from your shoulders, biceps and forearms.

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