Barbell Lying Close-Grip Underhand Row on Rack
The barbell seal row with a close underhand grip; the elbows stay tight to the body and the biceps take a bigger share of the pull.
How to do it
Setup
Face down on a bench set high on a rack, the bar below on long arms, hands close and underhand.
Steps
- Row the bar up until it touches the underside of the bench.
- Keep the elbows tight along the ribs.
- Lower to a dead hang with control.
Common mistakes
Elbows flaring out: the close underhand grip keeps them along the ribs; hold that line. Kicking the legs to finish: nothing but the back and arms move. Wrists bending back under the bar: keep them straight.
Breathing
Exhale on the row, inhale in the hang.
