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Best Chest And Back Workouts With Trx To Build Muscle Mass

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TRX, short for Total Resistance Exercise, represents both a training methodology and equipment, focusing on suspended bodyweight resistance with adjustable bands for diverse exercise options.

Designed with hypertrophy in mind, this workout incorporates compound and isolation movements at lower weights and higher repetitions to optimize muscle development in the pectoral and complementary muscle groups.

The chest is primarily engaged through horizontal pressing and adductions, while the back is targeted with pulling and shoulder-associated movements, ensuring balanced muscle activation on both anterior and posterior torso regions.

By combining chest and back exercises systematically, this routine offers an efficient approach to develop strength and symmetry through opposing movement patterns.

The 9 Best Chest and Back Exercises with TRX to Build Muscle Mass

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  • 1. TRX Chest Fly

    TRX Chest Fly demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
    SETS LOGGED
    135,338
    Chest Strength
    65 mScore
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    The TRX Chest Fly is a bodyweight exercise that helps strengthen the chest muscles while maintaining balance and stability. It allows you to easily adjust resistance by changing your body angle, making it great for beginners aiming to improve their chest strength.

    How to do it

    1. Hold the TRX handles at waist level, facing away from the anchor point.
    2. Brace your core and keep your body straight from head to heels.
    3. Lean forward until your heels come off the ground, arms extended in front of you with palms facing each other.
    4. Slowly move your arms outward to lower your chest towards the floor.
    5. When your hands reach shoulder height, exhale and return to the starting position.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    8reps
    2
    8reps
    3
    8reps
    4
    8reps
  • 2. TRX Chest Press

    TRX Chest Press demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    141,840
    Chest Strength
    54 mScore
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    The TRX Chest Press is a bodyweight exercise that strengthens your chest, shoulders, and triceps. Using TRX straps makes the exercise more challenging as you can adjust the difficulty by changing your body angle.

    How to do it

    1. Grab TRX handles at waist level, facing away from the anchor point.
    2. Engage your core to keep your back straight.
    3. Lean forward until your body is horizontal, keeping your arms stretched in front of you.
    4. Lower your chest between your hands, keeping elbows at a 45-degree angle.
    5. Push back to the starting position while exhaling.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    7reps
    2
    7reps
    3
    7reps
    4
    7reps
  • 3. TRX Row

    TRX Row demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    439,300
    Back Strength
    45 mScore
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    TRX

    The TRX Row is a bodyweight exercise that strengthens your back. It uses a TRX strap to create instability and allows you to adjust resistance by moving your feet closer or farther from the anchor point.

    How to do it

    1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hold the TRX handles with palms facing each other, just below your chest.
    2. Engage your core by tightening your stomach muscles and keeping a straight line from heels to shoulders.
    3. Lean back slightly and extend your arms until they are straight, keeping your chest up and shoulders back.
    4. Pull your body back to the starting position by bending your elbows, maintaining a straight alignment.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    9reps
    2
    9reps
    3
    9reps
    4
    9reps
  • 4. TRX Atomic Push Up

    TRX Atomic Push Up demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
    SETS LOGGED
    73,754
    Chest Strength
    38 mScore
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    TRX

    The TRX Atomic Push Up is a combined exercise that works your chest, shoulders, core, and legs. It helps build strength, stability, and fitness, but is best suited for more experienced individuals.

    How to do it

    1. Start on your hands and knees with your feet under the TRX anchor point.
    2. Put your feet into the TRX handle straps, which should be about 1-2 feet above the floor.
    3. Engage your core and align your body from heels to shoulders.
    4. Lower your chest to the floor by bending your elbows at a 45-degree angle until just above the floor.
    5. Push back up and bring your knees towards your chest, then return to the starting position.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    7reps
    2
    7reps
    3
    7reps
    4
    7reps
  • 5. TRX Push Up

    TRX Push Up demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
    SETS LOGGED
    64,734
    Chest Strength
    41 mScore
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    TRX

    The TRX Push Up is a variation of the traditional push-up that uses TRX straps. It strengthens your chest, shoulders, and core by engaging more muscles as you perform the exercise.

    How to do it

    1. Adjust the TRX straps to an appropriate height.
    2. Stand facing away from the anchor point and hold the handles with your arms extended under your shoulders.
    3. Place your feet in the TRX loops and lift your hips, forming a straight line from your shoulders to your heels.
    4. Keep your body straight as you bend your elbows to lower your chest towards the floor at a 45-degree angle with your arms.
    5. Push back up to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of reps.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    7reps
    2
    7reps
    3
    7reps
    4
    7reps
  • 6. TRX Clock Pull

    TRX Clock Pull demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
    SETS LOGGED
    100,262
    Back Strength
    76 mScore
    Back
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    TRX

    The TRX Clock Pull is a resistance exercise using a TRX strap that helps strengthen your back by engaging both sides of your body. You will lean back while pulling with one arm to target each side individually, allowing you to adjust the difficulty easily.

    How to do it

    1. Stand facing the TRX with your arms extended in front of you, holding the handles.
    2. Lean back, keeping your body straight as you pull your chest toward the anchor.
    3. Pull with your right arm to the right (3 o'clock), then return to the start position.
    4. Next, pull with your left arm down (6 o'clock) and then up (12 o'clock).
    5. Switch sides and repeat the sequence.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    7reps
    2
    7reps
    3
    7reps
    4
    7reps
  • 7. TRX Swimmer Pull

    TRX Swimmer Pull demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
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    140,297
    Back Strength
    63 mScore
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    TRX

    The TRX Swimmer Pull is a bodyweight exercise that strengthens your back by using TRX straps. You adjust the resistance by leaning back, making it beginner-friendly as you can modify how hard you pull.

    How to do it

    1. Stand upright with the TRX handles in your hands, arms extended to the sides.
    2. Lean back while keeping your arms straight until the handles reach shoulder height.
    3. Pull yourself back to the starting position and repeat as instructed.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    7reps
    2
    7reps
    3
    7reps
    4
    7reps
  • 8. TRX Hip Throw

    TRX Hip Throw demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
    SETS LOGGED
    84,319
    Back Strength
    61 mScore
    Back
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    TRX

    The TRX Hip Throw is an exercise that strengthens your core and obliques by rotating your body. It's great for building core power and improving your rotational strength, helpful for athletes and anyone looking to enhance their fitness.

    How to do it

    1. Stand holding the TRX handles with your arms straight and lean back.
    2. Bend your left elbow and bring your left fist across your body to your right shoulder while twisting your torso to the right.
    3. Return to the starting position and switch sides, repeating the movement.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    7reps
    2
    7reps
    3
    7reps
    4
    7reps
  • 9. TRX Power Pull

    TRX Power Pull demonstration video — proper form for this exercise.
    SETS LOGGED
    102,702
    Back Strength
    67 mScore
    Back
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    TRX

    The TRX Power Pull is a bodyweight exercise that mainly strengthens your back while challenging your balance. You use one hand to hold a strap, which helps identify any differences in strength on each side of your body. You can adjust the difficulty by changing your distance from the anchor point.

    How to do it

    1. Stand upright and hold the TRX handle with your right hand, arm bent in front of your shoulder.
    2. Lean back while keeping your body straight and extend your right arm out, rotating your torso to reach your left arm behind you.
    3. Pull yourself back to start by bending your right elbow. Repeat the exercise on the left side.
    Sets, Reps, Weight
    1
    7reps
    2
    7reps
    3
    7reps
    4
    7reps

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