Description

The muscle groups worked during bent barbell row:

1. Latissimus Dorsi (back)
2. Posterior Shoulder, Rhomboids, Scapular Stabilizers.
3. Forearms and Biceps (grip and some pulling)
4. Spinal Erectors.
5. Hamstrings and Glutes (positioning)

Execution

• Grip the barbell with a grip that’s similar in width to your
  deadlift, or slightly wider. Once you’ve established your grip, lift
  the bar off the ground and bend over maintaining a strong set
  back and hip hinge.
• Once your stance, grip, and back/hip angle are established,
  then it’s time to initiate the row. When beginning the pull, think
  about bringing the elbows back as if you’re starting a
  lawnmower, and focus on utilizing the latissimus dorsi to move
  the weight.
• At the top of the movement, squeeze the full upper back and
  contract the lats without breaking your hip angle and set back.
  Think about pulling the barbell fully to the body to ensure you’re
  fully contracting the upper torso’s musculature.