Barbell Rear Delt Row
How to do the Barbell Rear Delt Row with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Shoulders
Biceps, Lats, Mid Back
Barbell
How to do the Barbell Rear Delt Row
- 1
Stand up straight while holding a barbell using a wide (higher than shoulder width) and overhand (palms facing your body) grip.
- 2
Bend knees slightly and bend over as you keep the natural arch of your back. Let the arms hang in front of you as they hold the bar. Once your torso is parallel to the floor, flare the elbows out and away from your body. Tip: Your torso and your arms should resemble the letter "T". Now you are ready to begin the exercise.
- 3
While keeping the upper arms perpendicular to the torso, pull the barbell up towards your upper chest as you squeeze the rear delts and you breathe out. Tip: When performed correctly, this exercise should resemble a bench press in reverse. Also, refrain from using your biceps to do the work. Focus on targeting the rear delts; the arms should only act as hooks.
- 4
Slowly go back to the initial position as you breathe in.
- 5
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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Where the Barbell Rear Delt Row fits
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Barbell Rear Delt Row: common questions
What muscles does the Barbell Rear Delt Row work?
The Barbell Rear Delt Row primarily works the Shoulders. It also recruits the Biceps, Lats and Mid Back as supporting muscles.
Is the Barbell Rear Delt Row suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Barbell Rear Delt Row is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.
What equipment do I need for the Barbell Rear Delt Row?
To do the Barbell Rear Delt Row you'll need a barbell.
Is the Barbell Rear Delt Row a compound or isolation exercise?
The Barbell Rear Delt Row is a compound exercise, it moves multiple joints and works several muscle groups at once, which makes it efficient for building overall strength.
How do I do the Barbell Rear Delt Row with correct form?
Stand up straight while holding a barbell using a wide (higher than shoulder width) and overhand (palms facing your body) grip. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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