Bent-over Row with Barbell
Muscle Groups: Lats, Traps
Bent-over Row with Barbell focuses on Lats, Traps, with Biceps, Lower Back, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Bent-over Row with Barbell with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and hinge forward at your hips until your torso is nearly parallel to the floor.
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Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than your shoulders, letting it hang directly below your chest.
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Pull the barbell upwards towards your lower chest or upper abdomen, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
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Slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
Secondary Muscles
While Bent-over Row with Barbell primarily targets Lats, Traps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Biceps, Lower Back, Shoulders . 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 Bent-over Row with Barbell, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Bent-over Row with Barbell, 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.
