Bent Over Row Video Exercise Guide

The bent over row is a back day staple exercise and is considered one of the best muscle building back building exercises you can do.

Sometimes referred to as the barbell row, the bent over row is a staple movement in most muscle building workouts. Those looking to build muscle utilize the bent over row to target their back, bicep and core muscle. Those in powerlifting and strength circles perform bent over rows to increase their strength on the big 3 movements.

The bent over row is typically used to build and strengthen the muscles of the upper back (latissimus dorsi, rhomboids, and trapezius). However, it requires assistance from muscles of the low back, core, and arms to perform a bent over row correctly.

There are several variations of the bent over row one can and should perform.

Bent over row variations include:

• Dumbbell Bent Over Row
• One Arm Bent Over Dumbbell Row
• Reverse Grip Bent Over Row
• T-Bar Row
• Smith Machine Row

The back is a tricky muscle group to build and strengthen. Sometimes it can help to vary the degree in which you perform the bent over row and well as the hand placement on the bar. Regardless, the bent over row is a great exercise to include in your back workout.