Barbell Narrow Row Exercise Guide
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
How to: Barbell Narrow Row
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with a narrow grip.
- Bend slightly at the hips and knees, keeping your back flat.
- Pull the barbell towards your lower ribcage, 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
- 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
Tags
back
strength
barbell
row
latissimus dorsi
upper back