Middle trapezius

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Anatomical illustration highlighting the middle trapezius

About

The middle portion of the trapezius, responsible primarily for scapular retraction.

Muscle Name	- Middle trapezius
Muscle Group	- Back
Body Region	- upper body
Primary Function	- Scapular retraction
Secondary Functions	- Scapular stabilization

Exercise	Name	Details
	Barbell Bent-over Row
	Pendlay Row
	Single-arm Dumbbell Row