Muscle Groups Involved
- Mid Back/Mid Traps - Primary
- Lower Trapezius - Primary
- Erectors - Primary
- Biceps - Primary
Category
Barbell
Highlights
- Think of your hands as just hooks and you are pulling from your elbow as if a string was attached pulling them to the ceiling.
- Pinch your shoulder blades back on the way up and let them stretch forwards on the way down.
- Brace your core the entire time and do not round your back.
Description
The Underhand Barbell Row is a version of the barbell row where you can add more weight due to the stronger grip position. This exercise is a great all around back builder that focuses primarily on th
Common Mistakes
Do not use momentum or round your back during the exercise. Do not flex or
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Pro Tips
Once you set your grip, imagine that your hands are hooks holding the bar.
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Purpose
The Underhand Barbell Row is especially good at targeting the fibers of the
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Form
Use a broomstick or dowel to check if you are keeping a neutral spine while
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Additional Names
Supinated Row, Underhand Grip Barbell Row