fitubaBent-over barbell row
Back · barbell. Hinge at the hips and pull the bar to your waist.
Main muscle: Back
Also works: biceps · traps · shoulders
Equipment: barbell
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests.
How to do it
- Hinge at the hips and pull the bar to your waist.
- Neutral back and soft knees; the bar travels close to your legs.
- Pull your elbows back and squeeze your shoulder blades at the top.
Common mistakes
- Rounding your back.
- Raising your torso on every rep to help.
- Pulling toward your chest with flared elbows.
Alternative
No equipment, or want to switch it up: One-arm dumbbell row.
Log it in one message
Type or say: “Did 3x10 barbell row with 45 lb.”
Fituba logs the weights session and its points; in Train you can add sets, reps and load to compare your strength progress. Sample wording, not a prescription.FAQ
What muscles does the bent-over barbell row work?
Main: back. Also working: biceps and traps and shoulders.
How many sets and reps of barbell row?
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests. Adjust the load so you finish every set with good form; the load is the total on the bar.
How do I log barbell row in Fituba?
In your account, open Train, pick Barbell row and add its sets, reps and load; or type “Did 3x10 barbell row with 45 lb” and Fituba logs your weights session.
Sources and limits
Original Fituba copy based on standard technique guides (StrengthLog · Back). General education: the demo and these notes don't assess your form, mobility or the right load for you; for individual coaching, see a trainer.
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