Reverse Grip Barbell Row
Learn how to do Reverse Grip Barbell Row with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.
Reverse Grip Barbell Row is a Olympic Barbell exercise that primarily targets the Lats, with secondary activation of the Biceps, Forearms, Lower Back. It has a MET value of 5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 175 calories in a 30-minute session..
How to Do Reverse Grip Barbell Row
1 - Hold the bar with a supinated grip (fancy way of saying palms facing up) while slightly bending your knees and keeping your back arched. Make sure to keep your head straight, looking ahead.
Nice, you're in the starting position 👌
2 - Now, keeping this position, breathe out and pull the bar toward you. Keep your elbows close to your body and use only your forearms to support the weight. Squeeze your back muscles for a moment.
3 - Breathe in as you return to the starting position.
Feel free to rewatch the video to fully understand the movement.
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Equipment
- Olympic Barbell
Calories Burned Doing Reverse Grip Barbell Row
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Quick Facts: Reverse Grip Barbell Row
- Type
- Olympic Barbell exercise
- Primary muscle
- Lats
- Secondary muscles
- Biceps, Forearms, Lower Back
- MET value
- 5
- Calories (30 min, 70kg)
- ≈ 175 cal
- Video quality
- 4K with male and female demonstrations
FAQ: Reverse Grip Barbell Row
What muscles does Reverse Grip Barbell Row work?
Reverse Grip Barbell Row primarily targets the Lats, with secondary engagement of the Biceps, Forearms, Lower Back.
How do you do Reverse Grip Barbell Row correctly?
How to perform this exercise correctly 😎 1 - Hold the bar with a supinated grip (fancy way of saying palms facing up) while slightly bending your knees a
Is Reverse Grip Barbell Row good for beginners?
Reverse Grip Barbell Row has a MET value of 5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.
What equipment do you need for Reverse Grip Barbell Row?
Reverse Grip Barbell Row requires: Olympic Barbell.
What are the benefits of Reverse Grip Barbell Row?
Reverse Grip Barbell Row strengthens the Lats, engages the Biceps and Forearms and Lower Back.
What exercises are similar to Reverse Grip Barbell Row?
Similar exercises to Reverse Grip Barbell Row include Dumbbell Bent Over Row, High Row – Machine, High Row – Pronated Grip Machine, Landmine Row.
Is Reverse Grip Barbell Row better than Dumbbell Bent Over Row?
Both Reverse Grip Barbell Row and Dumbbell Bent Over Row target the Lats. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.
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