Rhomboid stretch
The rhomboid major is located directly below your rhomboid minor, and it is thin and flat and twice as wide. You have a pair of rhomboids, one on each side of your upper-middle back. Together, they create a rhomboid shape, hence their name. The rhomboids are made up of two muscles, the rhomboid minor and the larger rhomboid major. In this rhomboid strength and hypertrophy guide, we provide 24 of the best rhomboid exercises that you can do using various equipment: barbells, dumbbells, cables, resistance bands, and kettlebells, as well as bodyweight rhomboid exercises. Below you will learn everything you need to know about the rhomboids, including the best rhomboid exercises that you can do at home and in the gym. The rhomboid muscles play a very important role in your overall strength, posture, and durability, as they are the primary movers during scapular retraction and rotation.
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Strengthening your rhomboids is absolutely necessary for achieving the best possible physique and fitness level. However, if you want a well-rounded, strong, and good looking back, you can’t forget about the often overlooked rhomboids. When it comes to back muscles, the focus is usually all about the lats and traps and even the rear delts.