Best Back Exercises

A curated list of 8 movements that build the back. Each guide includes technique cues, common mistakes, target rep ranges, and a progression scheme that auto-adjusts based on your real lifts.

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8 exercises

Conventional Deadlift
Back · Barbell · 4–6 reps
Barbell Row
Back · Barbell · 6–10 reps
Pull-Up
Back · Machine · 5–10 reps
Lat Pulldown
Back · Machine · 8–12 reps
Seated Cable Row
Back · Cable · 8–12 reps
Dumbbell Row
Back · Dumbbell · 8–12 reps
Straight-Arm Pulldown
Back · Cable · 12–15 reps
Dumbbell Pullover
Back · Dumbbell · 12–20 reps

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