upper backbarbell

lever one arm bent over row

lever one arm bent over row is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and hold a barbell with an overhand grip.

Step 2. Bend forward at the hips, keeping your back straight and your head up.

Step 3. Let the barbell hang in front of you with your arms fully extended.

Step 4. Pull the barbell up towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.

Step 5. Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.

Step 6. Lower the barbell back down 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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