Equipmentbarbell
Difficultyintermediate
deltsshoulders
Barbell Upright Row V. 3
The barbell upright row v. 3 is a compound exercise targeting the deltoids, with secondary emphasis on the traps and biceps. It involves lifting a barbell from thigh level to chin height, leading with the elbows.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 2.Let the barbell hang in front of your thighs, arms fully extended.
- 3.Keeping your core engaged and back straight, exhale as you lift the barbell straight up towards your chin, leading with your elbows.
- 4.Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale as you slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
- 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
trapsbiceps
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