Barbell Row

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It is a workout of various names depending on the angle, width, and range of movements you perform. It's the best workout for perfect back muscles!

How to Barbell Row

Starting Position

1. Please adjust the height so that the barbell can be positioned on your shins.

2. Please spread your legs shoulder-width apart.

3. Slightly push your hips back while naturally bending your knees.

4. Grab the barbell with shoulder-width grip and puff out your chest.

Proper Form

1. Please pull the barbell towards your belly button so that it can go up vertically.

2. While bringing your shoulder blades together, naturally pull your elbows and hands.

3. While supporting the weight with your back, lower your hands down to below your knees.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when you raise your arms and inhale when you lower them.

Common Mistakes in Barbell Row

  • Swinging the torso

    Why it's wrongMomentum takes work away from your back.

    How to fix itKeep your torso still and pull your elbows back.

    Barbell Row โ€” Swinging the torso
  • Shoulders rise toward the ears

    Why it's wrongThis shifts tension to your neck and upper traps.

    How to fix itKeep your shoulders low and squeeze your shoulder blades back.

    Barbell Row โ€” Shoulders rise toward the ears
  • Pulling with the arms

    Why it's wrongYour arms tire first, and your back works less.

    How to fix itThink elbows back, not hands up.

    Barbell Row โ€” Pulling with the arms

Precautions

1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.

2. Please be careful not to let your back be too upright or move up and down.

3. Engage your core to prevent your back from rounding.

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