Bodyweight Standing Close-grip Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Teres Major, Infraspinatus, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Teres Minor, Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Standing Close-grip Row
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Bodyweight Standing Close-grip Row
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Bend slightly at the knees and hinge forward at the hips.
- Keep your elbows close to the body as you pull your hands towards your midsection.
- Focus on contracting the back muscles as you pull.
- Lower back to the starting position and repeat for repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward while pulling.
- Not engaging the core during the exercise.
- Holding the breath instead of breathing steadily.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated for more stability.
- Limit the range of motion if you're experiencing discomfort.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Pull with control to engage the back muscles effectively.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on squeezing the shoulder blades.
Bodyweight Standing Close-grip Row Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
bodyweight
latissimus dorsi
shoulder
pulling