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Back Anatomy

A diamond, two wings and a valley.

Body
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Construction

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Structure
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Break it down

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  • The trapezius is a diamond from skull to mid-back.
  • Lats are the wings — they tuck under the arm.
  • The spine is a valley between two erector columns.
  • Shoulder blades slide with every arm movement.

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