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Rear Delts & Posture Balance Guide

Anatomy & Role

The posterior deltoid extends, horizontally abducts, and externally rotates the arm. Developing rear delts prevents rounded shoulders and balances heavy anterior pressing volume.

Best Exercises

Reverse pec-deck flyes, face pulls with external rotation, bent-over dumbbell reverse flyes, and incline rear delt raises.

Sets, Reps & Volume

Perform 8–12 weekly sets with higher reps (12–20 reps). Focus on pulling with the elbows and holding the contraction at peak pinch to isolate the posterior head from the larger traps.

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