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Last updated February 2, 2026
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Bent Over Row - Reverse Grip (EZ Bar)
Hold EZ bar with palms facing up. Hinge forward and row. This grip recruits more biceps and lower lats.
Quick facts
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Pull
- Type
- Strength
- Injury Risk
- Moderate
- Hypertrophy
- Very High
- Calorie Burn
- Medium
Muscle focus
Primary and secondary muscle groups targeted by this movement.
Primary
lats
Secondary
biceps
Equipment & setup
What you need and how to position yourself before starting.
Equipment
ez barbell
Movement pattern
Bilateral
Posture
Bent-over
Tracking parameters
repsweight
Step-by-step instructions
Follow these cues to master proper technique and stay safe through every rep.
- Step 1Setup
- Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart, holding an EZ bar with your hands in a reverse grip (palms facing you).
- Bend your knees slightly, and hinge forward from your hips to about a 45-degree angle, keeping your back straight.
- Step 2Grab the Bar
- Using a reverse grip, hold the EZ bar with your hands shoulder-width apart.
- Ensure your grip is firm and your wrists are straight.
- Step 3Position Your Body
- Retract your shoulder blades and engage your core to stabilize your body.
- Keep your gaze forward to maintain proper neck alignment with your spine.
- Step 4Lift the Bar
- Pull the EZ bar towards your torso by bending your elbows and bringing them up and back.
- Aim to bring the bar towards your lower ribcage while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Step 5Lower the Bar
- Slowly lower the EZ bar back to the starting position with your arms fully extended.
- Maintain your bent-over position, ensuring your back stays straight and core engaged.
- Step 6Repeat
- Continue to lift and lower the bar for the desired number of repetitions, focusing on maintaining good form.
- Step 7Finish the Exercise
- After completing your repetitions, carefully stand upright while keeping your back straight.
- Once standing, safely place the EZ bar down.