Bent Over Row (Twisting)

Maximize lat contraction with a subtle rotation. Find the perfect angle for your back development.

Instructions

• Hinge at hips, back flat, knees bent.
• Start with palms facing legs (pronated).
• Row weights up while rotating palms to face torso (neutral).
• Drive elbows back past hips.
• Reverse the twist on the way down.

Common Mistakes

• Using momentum to jerk weight
• Standing up straight (losing angle)
• Rounding lumbar spine
• Not getting full stretch

Benefits

• Lat Contraction
• Range of Motion
• Back Thickness

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