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T-Bar Row demonstration

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Strength / Barbell

T-Bar Row

A compound row performed straddling a loaded T-bar, building thickness in the lats and rhomboids.

Equipment

Barbell

Experience

intermediate

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Lower Back · Biceps · Traps

Instructions

  1. 01

    Straddle the loaded T-bar with feet shoulder-width apart.

  2. 02

    Hinge at the hips until your torso is around 45 degrees.

  3. 03

    Grip the handles and keep your back flat.

  4. 04

    Pull the bar up toward your chest by driving your elbows back.

  5. 05

    Squeeze your shoulder blades at the top.

  6. 06

    Lower the bar under control and repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.