Underhand Smith Machine Barbell Row

Starting Position

1. Stand facing the Smith Machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.

2. Reach down and grab the barbell with an underhand grip and your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

3. Your arms should be straight and your torso should be bent forward at a 45-degree angle.

Proper Form

1. Keeping your core tight and your back flat, begin to row the barbell up towards your sternum.

2. Once the barbell is close to your sternum, pause and squeeze your shoulder blades together.

3. Slowly return the barbell to the starting position and repeat.

Breathing Technique

1. Inhale as you lower the barbell towards the starting position.

2. Exhale as you row the barbell towards your sternum.