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barbell reverse grip bent over row

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

barbell reverse grip 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 and knees slightly bent.
  2. Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, palms facing down, and hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Bend forward at the hips, keeping your back straight and chest up, until your torso is almost parallel to the floor.
  4. Pull the barbell towards your lower chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.