Barbell Lying Close Grip Overhand Row on Rack

Strengthen your upper back and lats with the Barbell Lying Close Grip Overhand Row. This exercise targets back thickness and muscle development.

Intermediate

Compound

Pull

1 min per set2 min rest

Back

Barbell

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Description

An exercise performed while lying face down on a bench, pulling a barbell with an overhand grip towards your midsection.

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How to Do Barbell Lying Close Grip Overhand Row on Rack

1
Setup
Set up a flat bench under a barbell in a power rack. Adjust the rack pins so the barbell is at a height where you can reach it comfortably while lying face down.
2
Setup
Lie face down on the bench with your chest supported, extending your arms to grasp the barbell with a close, overhand grip (palms facing your feet), slightly inside shoulder-width. Ensure your feet are stable on the floor or bench legs for support.
3
Brace your core and initiate the movement by pulling the barbell upwards towards your lower chest/upper abdomen, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
4
Focus on driving your elbows towards the ceiling and keeping them tucked close to your body throughout the pull.
5
Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position with control, allowing your shoulder blades to protract slightly, ensuring a full stretch in your lats.

Tips

Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement by engaging your core and avoiding hyperextension of your lower back.
Focus on the mind-muscle connection, actively thinking about pulling with your lats and squeezing your shoulder blades, rather than just pulling with your arms.
Control both the concentric (pulling) and eccentric (lowering) phases of the movement to maximize muscle engagement and minimize momentum.
Keep your elbows tucked close to your body to emphasize the lats and avoid flaring them out, which can shift tension to the deltoids.

Common Mistakes

×Rounding the back during the pull reduces spinal stability and effectiveness; keep your chest up and core braced to maintain a neutral spine.
×Using excessive momentum or jerking the weight up compromises muscle activation and increases injury risk; use a controlled, deliberate pull and lower.
×Flaring elbows out wide shifts focus away from the lats and can strain shoulders; keep your elbows tucked in close to your torso to target the back effectively.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barbell Lying Close Grip Overhand Row on Rack good for beginners?

Barbell Lying Close Grip Overhand Row on Rack is rated intermediate. Beginners can still attempt it with lighter weight and careful form, but it's best to master easier variations first.

What equipment do I need for Barbell Lying Close Grip Overhand Row on Rack?

You need Barbell to perform Barbell Lying Close Grip Overhand Row on Rack. If you don't have this equipment, look for variations that target the same muscles with what you have available.

What are the best tips for Barbell Lying Close Grip Overhand Row on Rack?

Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement by engaging your core and avoiding hyperextension of your lower back. Focus on the mind-muscle connection, actively thinking about pulling with your lats and squeezing your shoulder blades, rather than just pulling with your arms. Control both the concentric (pulling) and eccentric (lowering) phases of the movement to maximize muscle engagement and minimize momentum. Keep your elbows tucked close to your body to emphasize the lats and avoid flaring them out, which can shift tension to the deltoids.

What are common mistakes when doing Barbell Lying Close Grip Overhand Row on Rack?

Rounding the back during the pull reduces spinal stability and effectiveness; keep your chest up and core braced to maintain a neutral spine. Using excessive momentum or jerking the weight up compromises muscle activation and increases injury risk; use a controlled, deliberate pull and lower. Flaring elbows out wide shifts focus away from the lats and can strain shoulders; keep your elbows tucked in close to your torso to target the back effectively.

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