Myths of bodybuilding Jay Cutler won the Mr. Olympia title four times between 2006 and 2010, winning the favor of the judges by leaving no stone unturned when cutting his amazing body. And while Cutler is famous for his quad legs, he’s also been celebrated for his shiny back. So, in a recent Instagram post, Cutler shared that one of the driving forces behind his success has been Meadow’s love of great beats.
What is Meadows Row?
John Meadows, known to fans as “The Mountain Dog”. was a famous bodybuilder and advanced exercise coach who developed the Meadows Row to stimulate growth in the lats, especially in the upper arm area, to create what is often called the “cobra spread” on stage. This move primarily targets the lats, rhomboids, and rear delts, but also engages additional muscles like the arms and core. Technically, the stretch below Meadows Row is what is believed to stimulate growth in the target area.
What kind of Jay Cutler Uses Meadows strings to create a massive back
“I’ve had the opportunity to train with John in my career and I’ve been able to learn a few things from him,” Cutler told his nearly 6 million Instagram followers. To begin, the big man stood in front of the T-bar rowing machine and walked sideways to the bar. He then placed himself in a crouched position with his knees slightly bent and his legs still as he repeated a few rows with the barbell. Cutler says it’s important to go heavy here (without sacrificing form) to “really get that stretch.”
When it comes to the benefits of the Meadows Row, Cutler adds, “It’s similar to the one-arm dumbbell row, where (you) are rowing sideways and switching sides as you go.”
So if you’re looking to mix up your back workout and haven’t done a Meadows Row yet, Cutler recommends adding it to your routine. “With this exercise, we’re really helping (to) stretch out the lats, get some thickness in there, and of course, develop the biggest back possible … which everyone wants.”
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