Upper Back Back Barbell #0027

Barbell Bent Over Row

Animated demonstration

Barbell Bent Over Row — Animated demonstration

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At a glance

Target muscle
Upper Back
Body part
Back
Equipment
Barbell
Synergist group
Biceps

Secondary muscles

Biceps Forearms

How to perform

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent.

  2. 2

    Bend forward at the hips while keeping your back straight and chest up.

  3. 3

    Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

  4. 4

    Pull the barbell towards your lower chest by retracting your shoulder blades and squeezing your back muscles.

  5. 5

    Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.

  6. 6

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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