How to Do Bent Over Barbell Rows?

Stand with feet hip-width apart and place a barbell over the middle of your feet

Bend at the hips and slightly at the knees

Grip the barbell with both hands, slightly wider than shoulder-width

Keep your back flat and chest up

Brace your core

Lift the barbell by straightening your hips and knees until you are in a bent-over position

Let the barbell hang with arms fully extended

Pull the barbell toward your lower ribs or upper stomach

Keep your elbows close to your body

Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the top

Lower the barbell in a controlled motion until your arms are fully extended

Repeat for the desired number of reps

Keep your neck neutral and avoid rounding your back

Use a weight that allows proper form throughout the set

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