BACK WORKOUT To Get That WIDE & THICK V-Taper!

Ready for a rough back workout... Let's get after it!
I realized last night that I haven't filmed a FULL back workout in a while, only pieces or given insights on how to do specific exercises. That made me really want to put together a full workout so everyone knows exactly how hard you need to train your entire back to get it to grow and get that coveted V-Taper!
Let me know what video you want next and get after it.
IG - ryanhumiston

[@JohnstasBACK]

found out about this guy and he's quickly becoming a better Athlean X

[@ALL_CAPS__]

@@JohnstasBACK no god damn clue. But it's probably the shit you do when you don't want to go to workout. 😆

[@gooseneck32]

Facts! I love Ryan

[@Spero12293]

Why does he have to better ? Why can’t they be their own entities?

[@JohnstasBACK]

@@Spero12293 Neither can live while the other survives.

[@brad8670]

and without the fake weights

[@paulpurdy236]

Ryan, I've been following your KZbin channel for a short time now, I'm a man with 42 years training experience and I find you a well-needed breath of fresh air. Keep up the good work Ryan.

[@jpch8814]

1:40 omfg I have been going to the gym for 2 years now and everyone says keep your head up and sit straight...I tried leaning forward and Ryan is right you feel it way more ! holy shit thank you

[@jsong8282]

He has another video for low lats when he sits up more. He shows how you can tweak things to change the emphasis. Can’t wait for back day today!

[@mikehammer2408]

I like this guys page because of No BULSHIT long intro- Straight to it.

[@thatguitarguyguy]

Is this an on-going joke in the comments or are people this unoriginal?

[@cirogomorra7456]

The funny things is that if any1 would do any of these exercises like this, I would think they were using poor form/doing cheat reps. When Ryan does it and explains it i'm like "yea makes sense" lol

[@dharmaram7527]

Ciro Gomorra That’s how things evolve in life. People question things of the status quo, and explore and find other ways. If it works for some than it works. For example the first exercise is essentially starts at a vertical pathway of the muscle fibers and ends with a horizontal pathway (horizontal row).

[@_Stroda]

The funny thing is that you're a moron?

[@edge3220]

"When you're big enough, no one will say shit about it." -Ryan Humiston

[@mmayn94xm33]

No science or data to back this just use proper form and if you can’t do it lower the weight

[@tracychamney7178]

i have so many exercises i can't do with "proper form" because of illness or injury. I'm so glad I stumbled upon Ryan coz now i have so many work-a-rounds I can finally get some muscles growing!!

[@jays2551]

"use the two handles again, because god forbid anyone else gets to use them" ah, my gym nemesis

[@venM9]

Back in the days when I used to go to the gym I was actually thinking of buying my own just so I can have one available when i needed it, and take it with me.

[@MrRobVision]

Anybody else on the toilet, leaning forward feeling it in their middle lats 😂

[@humo89]

Loool that is me rn my man

[@dylanmccormick4700]

Yup!

[@jaychace6175]

Hahaha! Good one

[@notimportant3686]

i don't know... i feel it in the upper anus

[@josephwhite8850]

😂🤣😂 you got me 🤦‍♂️ 🤦‍♂️ 🤦‍♂️

[@chrisnegley]

I felt like I could never really connect with my back and every other muscle honestly until I started binge watching your content. My ego is left at the door now and I’m solely taking my time to focus on actual mind muscle connections and start training for real. THANK YOU

[@ingagesecurity8530]

Your posts have helped my recover from 3 injuries in 8 months, all of which required surgical intervention. 1. Aug 2020: a completely torn Left hamstring 2. March 22: a partially torn R Meniscus 3. April 2021: 70% torn Left biceps tendon After living in the gym for over 1/2 my life (owning 4 for a few years too and working with some of our own trainers), I was within striking distance of the shape I wanted (more or less). The injuries and subsequent rehab periods were difficult in so many ways. Checking ego at the door and hobbling around between PT and the weight room floor was humbling. Then I found your channel and decided to go back to formula with training and start studying your videos. I have learned so much and applied it to my recovery. Now? I am nearly back to full strength in some areas and actually better than before than others. Your rep tempo, movement ariations, focus on lighter and far more controlled movements etc have made a huge difference. And the no BS way you deliver info is terrific! Just wanted to say thank you. You coached me and didn't know it. Thanks again.

[@DocJay]

I tried the “lean forward” today with the close grip pull down and rows... it really helped with my mind-muscle connection and IMMEDIATELY could feel my lats light up.... thanks Ryan!

[@estebandiiidotv]

Crazy how much this channel has grown! No BS intros, no beating around bushes, no Raid Shadow Legends!

[@medul10alpha31]

Until ...

[@Scottnooneknows]

“Use both handles, because god forbid anyone else get to use them” ... I absolutely love Ryan’s dry sense of humor !

[@phinnphace]

Gotta say. Because of you, you've managed to make pull day my favorite days. Never thought that'd be happening.

[@LVioletta1]

The lean forward just blew my mind how I could feel it in my midback. 🤯 Thank you!!!!

[@marcdoyle7757]

Watching Ryan do lat pull downs is enough just to see how I’ve been doing lat pull downs so wrong my whole life. You can see they trajectory of the wide grip bar so clearly in such a short video and correcting yourself to that movement really means those lats light up!! Thank you Ryan - if they ever have a fitness KZbinr of the year award you have my vote!

[@TraumaER]

*My new KZbin Fitness go-to channel for awhile now. Insane thumbs up/down ratio. Why? Short videos. To the point. Doesn't try to sell bullshit. Doesn't show everything he eats, buys, or shits daily. Keeps it real. Not into making jokes or a huge production out of it either. This is how KZbin USED to be! A+!*

[@robertwethington3044]

I've been following you for about 9 months now and I have seen more progress during this time than with the other instructors I followed all put together. I'll be 66 in a couple of months and I feel and look better then I did a year ago working out. Thanks for your examples they're spot on.

[@infallibl]

I've never seen this gentleman before, stumbled across the vid, listened to his opening intro, non nonsense clear and summarized perfectly, that recognisable and efficient way of speaking in a gym.. EVERY syllable bang on the money.. I'm all ears lad..

[@radarfishin]

So, I watched this guys video yesterday. About Biceps, so I did em, and I feel the freaking burn today. This dude doesn’t talk for minutes, like the other weight lifters. Definitely my go to for progress videos.

[@southpoleelvs]

Legit never thought of doing that last exercise off of a bench. that's why I live this channel

[@BATMAN-on5qd]

Love*

[@southpoleelvs]

@@BATMAN-on5qd I can live this channel too

[@noureddinehaouati2415]

4:10 telling jokes while keeping a serious face makes it even more funny 😂

[@Mr.Stroke0331]

I naturally have what you would call a “reverse V taper.”

[@joshschwarzbauer8155]

They call that a triangle. I'm with ya.

[@jaychace6175]

Haha haha

[@Satarnoch]

@@joshschwarzbauer8155 because the other way around it isn't a triangle?

[@connerdelaney128]

@@Satarnoch it an upside down triangle

[@forrestdisney2698]

@@connerdelaney128 he’s just pointing out the fact that a triangle in any direction is just a triangle

[@eighteens2002]

Without a doubt, one of my favorite channels to watch. Information is no nonsense, concise, motivating, and I constantly have to rewind to chuckle with the hidden witty gems! Keep up the great work Ryan!

[@timmyxuereb3083]

-seated cable rows (2 individual handles) (lean forward) -lat pulldowns (2 individual handles)(elbows fixed)(separate handles) -wide grip pulldowns (flare elbows back n out)(short RoM) -parallel dumbell rows -bench seat "donkey kicks" for erector spinaeeee burns (merry christmas)

[@roddiboi87]

Your videos are so informative and different from any I’ve ever seen. Love it

[@wharetauhuru6475]

This has changed my view on all my training. Never had a back that fired like this ever. The Man!

[@eirikp.3588]

Thanks Rayn, Could you do either a Hamstring or a full Shoulder video!

[@geoffreylondon5339]

Ryan you've just destroyed my bicep curl/leg extension supersets...

[@sandeepp6834]

That's disgusting

[@GONEALLDAYinc]

I just threw up a little

[@aubreyshannehambly8146]

Love it

[@ohmymy9]

😂

[@bbqseitan7106]

My scaredy cat good morning squat + rocking barbell curl days are over...

[@michaelbowers7912]

That tip on the first exercise for pushing the elbows together to fully stretch the lat is GOLD! Thanks!

[@tommygindahud]

Man the transformation in content quality is insane. Just seen the protein video today and it’s a different league.

[@michaelhempton9302]

This is some of the best back advice I've ever had.

[@reyleon1382]

1:50 Been training more than ten years and never have i felt my back like with this exercise. This and reverse grip on smith machine for tri's (on another video) are game changers. Forever grateful Mr.Humiston.

[@robaweku1339]

Discovered this guy last month and I've never gone anywhere else since..Entertaining and informative Love from Kenya.Keep up and Thank you

[@josephcampbell6360]

I've been training very thoroughly for some time now and your vids are helping me to maximize being shredded. Keep up the good work man

[@garyvolkmann3647]

Listen to this guy. No talking bullshit. Right to the workout. Explain and demo.

[@hartgemini007]

Found the most incredible way to really stretch & train your lats- use a heavy resistance band attached to a pull up bar so it’s around shoulder width, with the body around 1 metre in front grab band at shoulder width with both Hands as if doing a pullover , the beauty of this is you can really feel the stretch plus you can adjust until comfortable. Did 4 sets of 8-12 reps and had the most insane pain the next day . Also prefer to seated option feels more natural.

[@jcastro4089]

Just did back day this morning before this, dang it! Guess I’ll try this one next time.

[@Ryan-hw8he]

Same here 😢

[@BrennusTheBlade]

This content is important to me, as a person that has tried to just “pain and gain” my way through training, not that effort is unimportant, but Ryan’s approach is much more thoughtful. It’s created with the idea in mind that focus, planning, and precision are, at least, as important as the effort. A technical approach, with a healthy dose his own personal ingenuity.

[@garethhitchin3566]

Ryan...dude...that low cable row is a game changer!

[@molaakk]

The reverse hyper literally cured my back pain, and I am talking.. instantly❤️ Love it!

[@akeemmelvin7168]

You are the only youtuber I know that knocks it out the park on every video. Maybe do a video on abs or the importance of cardio vs hiit

[@christianhodgson5201]

These videos make a huge difference! I have a bicep injury and have been looking for ways to isolate my back so I don't hurt my bicep further...I'm definitely gonna keep this in the routine even beyond the injury healing

[@thedalaidrama]

Ryan is the new and improved Jeff.

[@TToanTran]

Getting growing with Ryan is always a great day

[@carlosgomez2296]

Here it comes!!!! Back growth!! No games, just gains!!

[@richardscavongelli8392]

I've got 3 PT certs and I feel like I'm starting from scratch. I review Ryan's info before each workout. It's working better than ever.

[@amadorramireziv3476]

I guess I'm doing back today, good stuff

[@JayCee120700]

😂😂😂..... that’s how I feel after watching his videos 💪🏾💪🏾.... my new favorite fitness KZbinr

[@gabesaenz9837]

Thankfully today is back day anyway!

[@chrism796]

I like these back variations. Something different that's for sure. For some reason, longs arms maybe, I just didn't/couldn't feel like the first variation worked for me very well. The others did for sure.

[@justinbalint5314]

I really appreciate and admire your videos everything you’ve been saying and all your videos I’ve been saying to people for years and it’s finally somebody else gets it

[@blackhorizon40k81]

I've had problems establishing the mind-muscle connection with lats before, and this guy's first 2 exercises (the separate handles part ESPECIALLY) absolutely fixed that. thanks man

[@isaiahnguyen-vazquez5547]

I hate how right you are about how that cable row felt

[@littleiamful]

Good God Gertrude I dig this channel. Dude is the MAN.

[@toniweis4627]

How many of you just watch this man just for his humour? I have learnt not to drink anything while watching this comedy genius.

[@gohighhustle]

This dude always has the most novel and effective exercise variations.

[@stevied9082]

You know when Ryan is about his business, when that electric guitar starts playing 🎸

[@TOTjaybin]

Ryan, you offer the best lifting videos on the internet. Concise with great advise. I hope you continue to have success doing these. Great work.

[@glenfletcher5180]

So glad I discovered your videos. So many great variations to get the "look" and the best part of all of your videos are that all of your videos are precise without being overly wordy as many other trainer videos.

[@emagee7864]

Good routines. I am going to incorporate the techniques mentioned. Thanks again.

[@LouisPeppie]

Ryan would be an epic God Of War actor. The older Ragnarok version.

[@jfk1900verizon]

Wow !! Instant connection on the row, like working dormant back muscles for the first time

[@MPierre1987]

I have been trainin' my back for years now and have not seen any progress whatsoever. I come to your channel and saw your methods of trainin' back. I do one simple tweak and it feels/ looks like my back has tumors. Thanks for growth stimulants known as fixed arms

[@dylanP112]

I’ve been watching workout videos for years and your exercises are superior. Did this workout and my back fired in ways it never has before.. after 4 years of working out

[@pat-riot278]

I just hear you saying “ oh hell yeah “ after every exercise explanation. The stone cold voice is 👌🏽

[@Moutaokao]

This guy is an ambassador for partial movements. Hahaha

[@Navs126]

If you watch IFBB lifters, lots of them lift the same way. Constant tension and intensity. Not making an argument to lift like those guys since there are other circumstances at play but it definitely has its area in the gym.

[@wickedwonderingdream]

The humor is done well well done well done

[@megatfarid4679]

I like the fact that your videos are straight to the point with no BS! Keep up the great work RH 👍 much love from Malaysia 🇲🇾

[@Gunieapower33]

That first movement was helpful. Im 32 and kinda jacked. Learn something new errrrday.

[@littleelvisiscombatready9310]

I'm looking forward to doing these.

[@ReportedScore]

hey man do you have merch ? "get after it, get growing" definitely needs to be on a shirt/hoodie

[@tracychamney7178]

I'm thinking of making one :)

[@michellesauls6676]

Need that shirt!

[@ronicifuentes7146]

I’ve been thinking of making a shirt or merch for him.

[@walsh8921]

Ryan, you're not wrong. I once did super sets for biceps and quads and literally threw up a little inside lol

[@rafaelortiz904]

Best videp of back I ever seen!! Thanks

[@davidspittle3204]

Ryan is dorian Yates the 1 u look up to because he gives similar advice for the lats and your both correct. Respect! Superb advice.

[@boosted3924]

i rememebr the first time i tried one of this guys workouts it completely changed the way i think ab exercises

[@rahmanayan3383]

back ryans are really difficult to learn but effective

[@rubindastoor5629]

Lucky I stumbled across your page. Back is not happy after this workout. Thanks!

[@AbulHussain-hh9rg]

Flippin hilarious without even trying.

[@abbashashmi7850]

Amazing results I’m just started following up weeek ago I cannot imagine my body is changing wonderful I love your workout

[@migueldescoto6876]

Ryan, how long is your average workout time and warm-up time per session?

[@ja0075]

You gonna start some trouble with that question!

[@jacobtorres6098]

I guess you don’t know yet that he doesn’t ever reply to comments

[@aniketpathrabe2815]

Ryan: yes

[@alilamrabat2590]

He is a short rest period guy so i think his sessions are between 45min to 1h15min

[@pedrogibbon6380]

i imagine a "long enough to feel warmed up and long enough to feel the job done" kind of answer

[@tuungan]

Finally someone who is straight to the point - great video! You have a new sub!

[@mariaw505]

Loving it 🙏🙏🙏🙏 glad someone is teaching how to really use the right muscles to its max potential ,

[@Kingxkilla-]

Found a new exercise to add on back day thanks! That last one is perfect for lower back work

[@donrhoads893]

1. Solid fucking advice, Ryan. 2. Fuckin' funny as hell with your strait deadpan humor.

[@ryankohls6921]

I really like your channel, but so much of it takes place in a gym that i dont have access to. So i usually move more towards the hiit workouts and calithenics. But i really admire you. You have a awsome body without going to far.

[@kieranwhittemore1010]

Ryan, you produce the most epic gym content anywhere, period!

[@ncdozer3103]

If your low back is pumped and sore John meadows recommends doing some crunches or ab work to transfer the blood

[@sydneymurphy4009]

I’m gonna start working out with my son he turned 18 he’s not fat but he’s not chiseled or anything so it’s really like a piece of clay and gave me some great ideas for 155 and then in decent shape so we’re gonna have fun thank you for helping us!!! 🤙🤙👍💪🏼

[@iangarza990]

Well howd it go? 😅

[@twanvanderlaak4381]

30 Minutes for arms ? No wonder mine fell off after 75 minutes of Ryan’s arm exersizes😂😂. Super advise great spirit keep it coming.

[@draltar]

great video as always. Idea: make a video for people who don't have this kind of equipment at home (eg: only have dumbbells or a bench-press) - like a "low budget" home workout

[@mitchellstern9097]

Love this guys humor

[@diegoherrera2001]

You’re funny and straight to the point 🤣 like your channel

[@MrTraveller.]

Thx u buddy. I thoroughly enjoy ur vids. Been hitting the gym 5 days a week +3 cardio/wk for 1 year no & i lost 12kg, gained 8kg of muscle & finally lost my belly. Cheers to the next year if training & stepping up my/our game.

[@bowennoack5519]

I was looking for great back workouts and discovered this page. Thought to myself I should subscribe. I am already subbed. Lfg

[@SKINNY_BRUH]

Can you give more info about cardio. On when to do, the duration....

[@rhondalcarswell4418]

Tried this workout fxxxxxking crazy this dude is wild 4 days still hurting

[@SuperNaphie]

That last one solves so many problems for me man. This is good stuff

[@Jim-fn4pe]

for me personally what works well is deadlifts and then supersetting with pullups barbell rows cable pullovers one arm dumbbell row facepulls

[@daquan6213]

I always do my deadlifts on legday but still superset them with pull ups. Cant overtrain with a couple unweighted pull ups so thats no problem.

[@karimbelhadj3871]

Jim this is more like my style of program. However am never strong enough to superset with pull-ups. Feel that four exercises is max when natural

[@merkur5606]

my life changed when I put deadlifts in back day, works much better and i got more time to hit legs properly during leg day

[@osamasaeed4562]

Hi Mr. Humiston! You always come up with unique concepts and exercise variations.........Awesome Sir

[@1Butterfly404]

Yes! I like the variations. Will definitely try these!

[@harsht749]

Full workout videos are phenomenal💯

[@Cheeseslice55]

Well after doing these my back hurts in places I’ve never hurt. I guess I’ve been coming to the gym to just hang out on back day. Thanks for the addition!