Despite stepping back from the competitive landscape a bit, the bodybuilding legend jay cutler He hasn’t slowed down in the gym and he showed it with a recent series of back exercises.
Another day in the paradise. The weather is great right? Training has gone A+.
On April 29, 2022, Cutler went to the Fit Club, a gym based in Las Vegas, and got to work with a series of exercises designed to develop a bigger and better back. Six workouts were featured in the YouTube video, which you can watch below:
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back day exercises
- Reverse Grip RealLeader Machine: 5 (feel) games
- one-armed dumbbell rows: 3 working series of 10-12 repetitions
- side pulls: 3 (feel) sets
- T-Bar Rows: 4 sets of 12 reps
- Royal Leader Pullover Machine: 4 sets of 10-12 reps
- hyperextensions: 3 games
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Reverse Grip RealLeader Machine
Cutler began his routine in the reverse grip Real Leader machine. previous Mr. Olympia winner says he used to do this move with a barbell until it started bothering him dolls. Before reaching five sets, Cutler suggested that fans of his take a look at the innovative machine.
I just want to get an idea of the exercise.
Before moving on to the next move, Cutler fired a total of five ‘sensation’ sets.
One Arm Dumbbell Rows
dumbbells they have wonderful utility when it comes to training your back. Various grip orientations and elbow angles. Allow the lifter to target back muscles that are normally difficult to isolate. Cutler limited himself to the work sets and mentioned that he completed three sets of 10 to 12 reps while maintaining around 80 pounds.
side pulls
side pulls area compound exercise which helps develop and support a strong back by isolating the lats. When the elbows widen slightly, the rear delts are also activated.
Cutler used a neutral gripand emphasized the need to “get a feel for exercise.”
Three sets of work there. He rolled right into her. I talked about these sets of sensations. I only do this in the first exercise.
Before moving on to T-bar rows, Cutler completed three sets of lat pulldowns.
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T-Bar Rows
When it comes to thickening, T-Bar Rows they are great exercise. The specialized plate-loaded machine can be used for several different variations. T-bar rows allow lifters to train around the hamstring pain and the lower backas the pad provides stability. inclined rows apply tension to the lower back and hamstrings, making them limiting factors in movement.
While the Massachusetts native never thought he’d be practicing T-bar rows in retirement, he admits “it felt really good.” Before completing four sets of 12 repetitions, Cutler explained that he is still dead weight any other week.
RealLeader Jersey Machine
A great alternative to the dumbbell pullover, Cutler uses the RealLeader pullover machine for four sets of 10-12 reps. He added that his weight for this specific move was around 225 pounds on each side.
I did three sets. Stuck to the same weight, two and a quarter on each side, and really tight. Focused on 10 or 12 [reps] there.
Cutler planned on doing seated cable rows, but forgot and moved on to lower back training.
hyperextensions
Like many other professionals bodybuilders, Cutler opts to end his back routine with hyperextensions. After extending the back from a flexed position, lifters extend the spine through a normal range of motion while the head and neck remain neutral. This movement targets the erector spinae.
He did three sets holding a 25-pound plate. That felt pretty good.
After finishing the sixth and final exercise for a total of three sets, the 48-year-old legend found time to watch a fellow lifter do shoulder presses.
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About Jay Cutler
In the mid-2000s, Cutler made a name for himself in the IFBB Pro League men’s open division with staggering size, and conditioning that few athletes could match. His epic rise in the sport coincided with the dominant reign of “The King.” Ronnie Colemana bodybuilder who amassed eight Mr. Olympia titles (tied for the most Olympia wins in history with Lee Haney).
In 2006, Cutler brought a package worthy enough to dethrone his rival Coleman and established himself as one of the biggest names in the sport. From 2006 to 2010 (excluding 2008 Mr. Olympia won by dexter jackson), “The Comeback Kid” dominated bodybuilding’s grandest stage, winning sandow trophies in 2006, 2007, 2009 and 2010.
Cutler remains one of the most beloved personalities in the industry. Despite taking some time away from competitive bodybuilding, Cutler trains as if he never left the sport, revisiting his old iron grounds for demanding workouts.
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