Inverted Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Back
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Back
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis, Deltoid Posterior, Brachialis, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Biceps, Shoulders
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Bodyweight Row, Suspension Row
How to: Inverted Row
- Set up a bar at waist height.
- Lie underneath the bar, grasping it with an overhand grip.
- Pull your chest towards the bar while keeping your body straight.
- Lower yourself back down with control and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far back or forward.
- Not fully extending the arms at the start.
- Rounding the shoulders instead of retracting them.
Modifications
- Bend your knees for an easier variation.
- Use a lower bar for easier access.
Tips
- Keep your body straight throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements.
- Engage your core for better stability.
Inverted Row Alternatives
Tags
Back
Strength
Bodyweight
Rowing
Core
Upper Body