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barbell one arm bent over row

barbell one arm bent over row exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: upper back. Equipment: barbell.

barbell one arm bent over row exercise demonstration
Target muscle
upper back
Muscle group
biceps
Body part
back
Equipment
barbell

Secondary muscles

biceps, forearms

How to perform

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and hold a barbell with one hand using an overhand grip.
  2. Bend forward at the hips, keeping your back straight and your head in a neutral position.
  3. Pull the barbell up towards your chest, keeping your elbow close to your body and squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  4. Lower the barbell back down to the starting position in a controlled manner.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.