Barbell Reverse-Grip Bent-Over Row
The bent-over barbell row with the palms facing forward; the underhand grip pulls the elbows back close to the body and lets the lats and biceps do more.
How to do it
Setup
Hinged to about 45°, back flat, knees soft, underhand grip at shoulder width.
Steps
- Row the bar to the belly, elbows tight to the sides.
- Keep the wrists straight as the bar touches.
- Lower to long arms, the angle held.
Common mistakes
Curling the bar with the biceps: the elbows drive back. Standing up with each pull: the hinge is the exercise. Grip wider than the shoulders: underhand works at shoulder width.
Breathing
Exhale on the pull, inhale lowering.
