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    Barbell Narrow Row Exercise Guide

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    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Equipment
    Barbell
    Body Part
    Back
    Primary Muscle
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Secondary Muscles
    Brachialis, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Brachioradialis, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Deltoid Posterior, Trapezius Upper Fibers
    Intensity
    medium
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    5.5
    Alternate Names
    Narrow Grip Barbell Row

    Visualised Target Muscle Groups

    Front

    Body muscles front

    Back

    Body muscles back

    How to: Barbell Narrow Row

    1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with a narrow grip.
    2. Bend slightly at the hips and knees, keeping your back flat.
    3. Pull the barbell towards your lower ribcage, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
    4. Lower the barbell back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
    5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Common Mistakes

    • Rounding the back during the row.
    • Using momentum to lift the weight instead of controlled movement.
    • Not engaging the core, which can lead to lower back strain.

    Modifications

    • Perform the exercise with lighter weights.
    • Use a resistance band instead of a barbell for less intensity.

    Tips

    • Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
    • Engage your core to maintain stability while lifting.
    • Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.

    Barbell Narrow Row Alternatives

    Barbell One Arm Bent over Row

    Barbell One Arm Bent over Row

    Body Part: Back

    Barbell Reverse Grip Bent over Row

    Barbell Reverse Grip Bent over Row

    Body Part: Back

    Tags

    back
    strength
    barbell
    row
    latissimus dorsi
    upper back

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