Upper back · Barbell · Intermediate
How to do Barbell One Arm Bent Over Row
The barbell one arm bent over row is a unilateral strength exercise targeting the upper back, requiring balance, coordination, and core stability. It is performed by bending at the hips, keeping the back straight, and rowing a barbell with one arm while maintaining a stable position.
- Primary muscle
- Upper back
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
- Category
- Back
How to do Barbell One Arm Bent Over Row, step by step
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and hold a barbell with one hand using an overhand grip.
- Bend forward at the hips, keeping your back straight and your head in a neutral position.
- Pull the barbell up towards your chest, keeping your elbow close to your body and squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Lower the barbell back down to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.
Muscles worked
Barbell One Arm Bent Over Row works your upper back as the main mover, with help from your biceps and forearms.
Track Barbell One Arm Bent Over Row in SPLYT
Barbell One Arm Bent Over Row is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.
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