Lever T bar Row (plate loaded) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Brachioradialis, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Teres Minor, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- T-Bar Row, T-Bar Row Machine
How to: Lever T bar Row (plate loaded)
- Position yourself on the lever machine and adjust the seat so the handles are at chest level.
- Grip the handles firmly with both hands.
- With a controlled motion, pull the handles towards your body, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
- Lower the handles slowly back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Swinging the weights instead of controlled pulling.
- Rounding the back during the pull.
- Not fully extending the arms at the bottom of the movement.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to maintain control during the movement.
- Perform the exercise seated with back support if necessary.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the movement.
- Do not use excessive weight; focus on form over the amount lifted.
- When pulling, concentrate on squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Lever T bar Row (plate loaded) Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
fishing
lat muscle
pull
weight training