Barbell Bent Over Wide Grip Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Teres Major, Infraspinatus, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Teres Minor, Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Bent Over Wide Grip Row
How to: Barbell Bent Over Wide Grip Row
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell with a wide grip.
- Hinge at the hips, lowering your torso while keeping your back straight.
- Pull the barbell towards your lower rib cage, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Lower the barbell back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using excessive weight and compromising form.
- Not keeping elbows close to the body.
- Rounding the back during the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with lighter weights.
- Use a resistance band instead of a barbell for added control.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body.
- Pull the barbell close to your body to maximize engagement of the back muscles.
Barbell Bent Over Wide Grip Row Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
latissimus dorsi
muscle building
barbell
upper body