Row
Muscle Groups: Upper back, Shoulders
Row focuses on Upper back, Shoulders, with Lats, Biceps, Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Row with proper form and technique.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hinge at your hips, keeping your back straight, to grasp a barbell with a wide overhand grip. The barbell should be on the floor in front of you.
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Keeping your torso nearly parallel to the floor, pull the barbell up towards your upper abdomen or lower chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- 3
Slowly lower the barbell back to the floor with control, extending your arms fully.
Secondary Muscles
While Row primarily targets Upper back, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lats, 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 Row, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as 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.
