How to Do Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row

Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row is a back exercise using barbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Back

Equipment

Barbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row

  1. 01Grasp the barbell with an underhand grip at shoulder-width and hinge at the hips until the torso is near parallel to the floor.
  2. 02Let the barbell hang at arm's length with the elbows fully extended.
  3. 03Pull the barbell toward the lower ribs by driving the elbows toward the ceiling.
  4. 04Squeeze the shoulder blades together at the top of the rep.
  5. 05Lower the barbell back to the starting position under control without shifting the hip angle.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Upper back Pulls the shoulder blades together and back.
  • Lats Pulls the arms down and toward the body.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Do not allow the barbell to drift away from the shins, as keeping the load close protects the lumbar spine and maximizes lat engagement.

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05 / FAQ

Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row questions

What muscles does Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row work?

Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row is catalogued as a back exercise in A90 Training Club, with the back as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row correctly?

Grasp the barbell with an underhand grip at shoulder-width and hinge at the hips until the torso is near parallel to the floor. Let the barbell hang at arm's length with the elbows fully extended. Pull the barbell toward the lower ribs by driving the elbows toward the ceiling. Squeeze the shoulder blades together at the top of the rep. Lower the barbell back to the starting position under control without shifting the hip angle.

What is the A90 coach tip for Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row?

Do not allow the barbell to drift away from the shins, as keeping the load close protects the lumbar spine and maximizes lat engagement.

Is Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row suitable for beginners?

Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row?

Barbell Reverse Grip Bent Over Row uses barbell.

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