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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