Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis, Deltoid Posterior, Brachialis, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.1
- Alternate Names
- Reverse Grip Bent Over Row
How to: Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell with a reverse grip.
- Bend at the hips and knees, lowering your torso until it's almost parallel to the ground.
- Pull the barbell towards your torso, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the back to round during the lift.
- Using too much weight, compromising form.
- Not bracing the core during the exercise.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight or resistance band for assistance.
- Perform the exercise seated to provide more back support.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Exhale as you pull the barbell towards you.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row Alternatives
Tags
back
row
strength
muscle building
latissimus dorsi
shoulder health