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barbell incline row

barbell incline row is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.

Step 2

Lie face down on the bench with your chest against the pad and your feet flat on the ground.

Step 3

Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

Step 4

Keep your back straight and your core engaged.

Step 5

Pull the barbell towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.

Step 6

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

upper back

Secondary muscles

bicepsforearms

Primary body parts

back

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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