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Last updated March 9, 2026
LatsLower BackTeres MajorTrapezius
T-Bar Row - Reverse Grip (Machine)
Grip the T-Bar with palms facing up. Row to your stomach. This grip emphasizes the biceps and lower lats more than the overhand grip.
Quick facts
- Level
- Intermediate
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Pull
- Type
- Strength
- Injury Risk
- Moderate
- Hypertrophy
- Very High
- Calorie Burn
- Medium-High
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
Leverage Machine
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
- Approach the T-Bar row machine and adjust the seat height if necessary to ensure proper alignment.
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and position yourself comfortably in front of the machine.
- Step 2Grab the Handles
- Using a reverse grip (palms facing you), grasp the handles of the T-Bar row machine.
- Ensure your grip is firm and your hands are shoulder-width apart.
- Step 3Position Your Body
- Bend your knees slightly and hinge forward at your hips, keeping your back straight and core engaged.
- Position your chest over the machine and keep your head in a neutral position, looking slightly ahead.
- Step 4Pull the Weight
- Pull the handles towards your torso by bending your elbows and squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Aim to bring the handles to your lower chest or upper abdomen while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Step 5Lower the Weight
- Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position, allowing the weight to lower under control.
- Maintain your bent-over position, ensuring your back remains straight and core engaged.
- Step 6Repeat
- Repeat the pulling and lowering motion for the desired number of repetitions, focusing on maintaining proper form throughout.
- Step 7Finish the Exercise
- After completing your reps, carefully stand upright, keeping your back straight.
- Once standing, you can safely release the handles and step away from the machine.
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