upper backmachine

lever t-bar reverse grip row

lever t-bar reverse grip row is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your chest against the pad and your feet flat on the floor.

Step 2. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

Step 3. Keep your back straight and engage your core.

Step 4. Pull the handles towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.

Step 5. Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly release and extend your arms 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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