Barbell Upright Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Lateral
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Lateral
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Brachioradialis, Serratus Anterior, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Biceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Upright Row
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Barbell Upright Row
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, gripping the barbell with an overhand grip.
- Lift the barbell towards your chin, keeping it close to your body.
- Make sure to raise your elbows higher than your wrists.
- Lower the barbell back to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling the bar too high, which can stress the shoulders.
- Using excessive weight which compromises form.
- Not keeping the elbows in line with or above the wrists.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights if you are new to this exercise.
- Perform the movement without weights to get familiar with the form.
Tips
- Ensure you lift with your arms and not your back.
- Keep your elbows higher than your wrists throughout the movement.
- Maintain a slight bend in the knees for better stability.
Tags
shoulders
strength
deltoids
upper body
muscle building
barbell
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