Barbell Upright Row
Muscle Groups: Back, Biceps, Shoulders, Abs
Barbell Upright Row focuses on Back, Biceps, Shoulders, Abs, with Biceps, Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Barbell Upright Row with proper form and technique.
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Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly closer than shoulder-width.
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Let the barbell rest against your upper thighs with your arms fully extended.
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Pull the barbell straight up towards your chin, keeping it close to your body.
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As you lift, your elbows should flare out to the sides and rise higher than your hands.
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Pause briefly at the top when the barbell is around chin height.
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Slowly lower the barbell back down along the same path to the starting position.
Secondary Muscles
While Barbell Upright Row primarily targets Back, Biceps, Shoulders, Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Biceps, Forearm . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Barbell Upright Row, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Barbell Upright 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.
