upper backbarbell
barbell reverse grip incline bench row
barbell reverse grip incline bench 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. Sit on the bench facing the backrest with your chest against it.
Step 3. Grab the barbell with a reverse grip (palms facing down) and hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Step 4. Keep your back straight and core engaged.
Step 5. Pull the barbell towards your upper abdomen, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Step 6. Pause for a moment at the top of the movement.
Step 7. 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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