Exercises · back

Lever T-Bar Row

A machine row movement that maximizes mid-back and lat development through a horizontal pulling pattern.

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Secondary muscles

rhomboidsrear deltoidstrapeziusbiceps brachii

How to do it

  1. Lie prone on the chest pad of the T-bar row machine and grasp the handles.
  2. Brace your upper body and retract your shoulder blades.
  3. Pull the handles toward your chest or lower ribs.
  4. Pause and squeeze your back at the top.
  5. Lower the weight under control to a full stretch.

Form cues

  • Pinch shoulder blades
  • Drive elbows back
  • Keep chest on pad
  • Full stretch at bottom

Common mistakes

  • Arching lower back
  • Not fully extending arms
  • Bouncing weights
  • Letting shoulders round forward

Breathing

Exhale as you row up, inhale as you lower down.

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