Barbell Narrow Row
The bent-over barbell row with the hands close together on the bar, which keeps the elbows tight along the body.
How to do it
Setup
Hinged to about 45°, back flat, knees soft, overhand grip with the hands close together.
Steps
- Pull the bar to the lower ribs, elbows brushing the sides.
- Hold the torso angle through the pull.
- Lower to long arms.
Common mistakes
Hands touching so the wrists bend: close, not touching. Rising with each rep: the hinge holds. Bar drifting forward off the thighs: keep it close to the legs.
Breathing
Exhale on the pull, inhale lowering.
