Barbell Lying Row on Rack Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Teres Major, Trapezius, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Incline Barbell Row, Incline Row on Rack
How to: Barbell Lying Row on Rack
- Set the barbell on a squat rack at waist height.
- Lay down on an incline bench with your feet flat on the ground.
- Grip the barbell with both hands, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Pull the barbell towards your torso, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Lower the barbell back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum to lift the barbell.
- Not pulling the elbows back far enough.
- Lifting the head or back during the exercise.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to reduce strain.
- Perform the row seated to provide more support.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Focus on pulling from the elbows rather than the hands.
- Ensure the barbell is positioned correctly to avoid shoulder strain.
Barbell Lying Row on Rack Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
barbell
row
upper body
muscle building