Lying Floor Row with Bent Knee Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Infraspinatus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Infraspinatus
- Secondary Muscles
- Trapezius, Deltoid Posterior, Latissimus Dorsi
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Bent Knee Row
How to: Lying Floor Row with Bent Knee
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- Extend your arms towards the ceiling, holding one or two weighted objects.
- Pull your elbows back, bringing your hands toward your sides while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Return to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Not keeping the core engaged during the exercise.
- Allowing the hips to lift off the ground.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with one arm at a time to reduce strain.
- Use a towel under your back for added support.
Tips
- Ensure your back stays flat against the ground.
- Control your movement to avoid jerking or using momentum.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
Lying Floor Row with Bent Knee Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
row
bodyweight
shoulders
trapezius