Upper back · Barbell · Intermediate
How to do Barbell Reverse Grip Incline Bench Row
The barbell reverse grip incline bench row targets the upper back and also engages the biceps and forearms. It is performed on an incline bench with a reverse grip on the barbell, focusing on pulling the weight towards the upper abdomen while maintaining a strong, stable posture.

- Primary muscle
- Upper back
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
- Category
- Back
How to do Barbell Reverse Grip Incline Bench Row, step by step
- Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
- Sit on the bench facing the backrest with your chest against it.
- Grab the barbell with a reverse grip (palms facing down) and hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Keep your back straight and core engaged.
- Pull the barbell towards your upper abdomen, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Pause for a moment at the top of the movement.
- Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Barbell Reverse Grip Incline Bench Row works your upper back as the main mover, with help from your biceps and forearms.
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