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Rowing Background

Description

Bent-over barbell rowing is an exercise for the back muscles. The underhand grip mainly trains the latissimus and biceps, but also the trapezius muscle. Due to the bent forward position, the lower back is used to stabilize the spine.
Exercise

Rowing

Leaning forward in the underhand grip
Type: Bilateral Rest: 180s Equipment: Langhantel

Tutorial

  1. 1
    Grip a barbell, slightly wider than shoulder-width, with an underhand grip (palms facing forward) and stand shoulder-width apart.
  2. 2
    Squat down slightly and bend your upper body forwards by approx. 45° or more. Keep your back straight. Your arms and shoulders are pulled slightly downwards by the barbell and your back is stretched.
  3. 3
    Pull the bar forcefully towards your stomach until your elbows are next to your body. Your upper arms are spread out at approx. 45° to your upper body. Pull your shoulder blades back and hold the position briefly. Exhale as you do so.
  4. 4
    Lower the bar slowly and in a controlled manner until your arms are stretched again and your shoulders are pulled down slightly by the weight. Breathe in as you do this.
  5. 5
    One repetition has now been completed. Repeat this process for the specified number of repetitions.
Tip
Throughout the exercise, make sure that you are standing stably and that your back remains straight. Use the full range of motion! When the bar is in the lowest position, your shoulders should be pulled slightly downwards. When it is in the top position, you should pull your shoulders back. Always keep your back in the same position to avoid swinging movements.
If you lack the necessary grip strength, feel free to use pulling aids!

Muscle groups

Primary
  • Back (upper - latissimus)
Secondary
Tertiary

Equipment

  • Barbell

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