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Battle Ropes demonstration

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Cardio / Battle Rope

Battle Ropes

A high-intensity conditioning movement using thick ropes, training the upper back, shoulders, and grip.

Equipment

Battle Rope

Experience

intermediate

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Abs · Traps · Quads · Forearm Flexors

Instructions

  1. 01

    Anchor the ropes to a fixed point and grab one end in each hand.

  2. 02

    Step back so the ropes have moderate slack.

  3. 03

    Drop into a quarter squat with feet shoulder-width.

  4. 04

    Drive each arm up and down rapidly to send waves through the ropes.

  5. 05

    Continue for the prescribed work interval.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.