Upper Back Back Barbell #0049

Barbell Incline Row

Animated demonstration

Barbell Incline 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

    Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.

  2. 2

    Lie face down on the bench with your chest against the pad and your feet flat on the ground.

  3. 3

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

  4. 4

    Keep your back straight and your core engaged.

  5. 5

    Pull the barbell towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.

  6. 6

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

  7. 7

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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