Hitch Fit Living Magazine Volume 7 - July/August 2016 | Page 23

Bent Over Reverse Grip Rows
1. Stand erect while holding a barbell with a supinated grip (palms facing up).
2. Bend your knees slightly and bring your torso forward, by bending at the waist, while keeping the back straight until it is
almost parallel to the floor. Tip: Make sure that you keep the head up. The barbell should hang directly in front of you as
your arms hang perpendicular to the floor and your torso. This is your starting position.
3. While keeping the torso stationary, lift the barbell as you breathe out, keeping the elbows close to the body and not doing
any force with the forearm other than holding the weights. On the top contracted position, squeeze the back muscles and
hold for a second.
4. Slowly lower the weight again to the starting position as you inhale.
5. Repeat this motion for 4 sets of 12-15 reps
Caution: This exercise is not recommended for people with back problems. A Low Pulley Row is a better choice for people
with back issues.
Variations: You can perform the same exercise using a pronated (palms facing out) grip or using dumbbells.