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Description

Rowing with a barbell is a good exercise for training the back. The underhand grip variation mainly works the latissimus and biceps. The bar is pulled towards the abdomen.
Exercise

Rowing

Underhand grip, prone
Type: Bilateral Rest: 150s Equipment: Langhantel, Schrägbank

Tutorial

  1. 1
    Take a 30-45° incline bench and lie with your stomach on the padding.
  2. 2
    Hold a barbell with both hands in an underhand grip. Palms facing forward. Your arms and shoulders hang towards the floor and your back muscles are stretched.
  3. 3
    Pull the barbell forcefully towards your stomach until your elbows are against your body and hold the position briefly. Breathe out as you do so.
  4. 4
    Lower the barbell slowly and in a controlled manner until your arms are stretched again and in the starting position. Breathe in as you do this.
  5. 5
    One repetition has now been completed. Repeat this process for the specified number of repetitions.
Tip
Pull your shoulders down throughout the exercise by tensing your lat. Use the full range of motion! Pull your elbows towards your hips and keep them close to your body. Imagine that you are pulling your elbows into your trouser pockets. Don't pull your elbows straight up, but in a half-bend. This will work your back muscles more and your biceps less.
If you don't have the necessary grip strength, feel free to use pulling aids!

Muscle groups

Primary
  • Back (upper - latissimus)
Secondary
Tertiary

Equipment

  • Barbell
  • Inclined bench

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