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T-Bar Row - Wide Grip
LatsLower BackTeres MajorTrapezius

T-Bar Row - Wide Grip

Straddle the bar. Pull the handle towards your chest with elbows flared out. Keep your back flat and knees slightly bent.

Quick facts

Level
Beginner
Mechanic
Compound
Force
Pull
Type
Strength
Injury Risk
Low
Hypertrophy
Very High
Calorie Burn
Medium-High

Muscle focus

Primary and secondary muscle groups targeted by this movement.

Primary

Upper Back / Rhomboids

Secondary

Rear Shoulders

Equipment & setup

What you need and how to position yourself before starting.

Equipment

T-bar

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.

  1. Step 1Setup
    • Approach the T-Bar row machine and adjust the weight to your desired level.
    • Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, facing the machine.
  2. Step 2Grab the Handles
    • Bend at your hips and knees to reach for the wide grip handles.
    • Use an overhand grip to hold the handles securely.
  3. Step 3Position Your Body
    • Keep your back straight and hinge forward slightly at the hips.
    • Engage your core and retract your shoulder blades to stabilize your upper body.
  4. Step 4Lift the Weight
    • Pull the handles towards your chest by bending your elbows and squeezing your shoulder blades together.
    • Keep your elbows wide and close to your body as you lift.
  5. Step 5Lower the Weight
    • Slowly extend your arms to lower the weight back to the starting position.
    • Maintain control and avoid letting the weight drop quickly.
  6. Step 6Repeat
    • Perform the desired number of repetitions, focusing on maintaining proper form throughout.
  7. Step 7Finish the Exercise
    • After completing your set, carefully place the handles back in their resting position.
    • Stand up straight and step away from the machine.

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