Here are two exercises that target the back of the shoulders – one emphasizes the contracted position and the other the stretched position: Give them a shot in your next program! For more rear delt exercises, check out Lateral Thinking for Wide Shoulders.

A great way to sequence exercises in strength training is to pair antagonist (opposite) body parts or movement patterns. Today’s workout featured two antagonist exercise pairings: A1. Standing Military PressA2. Semi-Pronated-Grip Pull-Up B1. Standing Mid-Grip EZ-Bar CurlB2. Prone-Incline Reverse-Grip Cable Pressdown Learn why pairing exercises in this manner is so effective in Three Squat Antagonists.