Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift to Row
Muscle Groups: Hamstrings, Upper back
Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift to Row focuses on Hamstrings, Upper back, with Glutes, Lats, Biceps, Lower Back, Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift to Row with proper form and technique.
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Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart, holding a barbell with an overhand, shoulder-width grip at hip height.
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Hinge at your hips, keeping a slight bend in your knees and a neutral spine, as you lower the barbell towards your shins.
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From this bent-over position, pull the barbell upwards towards your lower chest or upper abdomen, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
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Lower the barbell back down in a controlled manner to the mid-shin position.
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Extend at your hips to return to the upright standing position, completing the repetition.
Secondary Muscles
While Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift to Row primarily targets Hamstrings, Upper back , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Glutes, Lats, Biceps, Lower Back, Forearm . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift to Row, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
