Yes, the barbell row does work the biceps, but it primarily targets the muscles in the upper back and shoulders. The biceps act as secondary muscles during the exercise.
To effectively target your biceps during the barbell row exercise, focus on keeping your elbows close to your body and pulling the barbell towards your lower chest while squeezing your biceps at the top of the movement. This will help engage and work your biceps more effectively during the exercise.
medial deltoid(shoulders), traps & biceps
Yes, the bent over row exercise primarily targets the muscles in the back, such as the latissimus dorsi and rhomboids, rather than the biceps. While the biceps are engaged as secondary muscles during the exercise, they are not the primary focus of the movement.
The "seated row" works the Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Biceps. Basically, arms and back.
A good alternative exercise to cable rows for targeting the back muscles effectively is the bent-over barbell row.
The barbell landmine row exercise helps strengthen the back muscles and improve posture. To perform it correctly, stand with one end of the barbell on the floor and row the other end towards your chest, keeping your back straight and core engaged.
Some alternative exercises to the one arm dumbbell row that target the same muscle groups effectively include bent-over barbell rows, T-bar rows, seated cable rows, and inverted rows.
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90 degree bent over barbell row
The "seated row" works the Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Biceps. Basically, arms and back.
To properly perform a bent over straight bar row exercise to target your back muscles effectively, start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and holding a straight barbell with an overhand grip. Bend your knees slightly and hinge at your hips to lean forward, keeping your back straight. Pull the barbell towards your lower chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together. Lower the barbell back down with control. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, focusing on engaging your back muscles throughout the movement.
The key benefits of incorporating the StrongLifts barbell row into your workout routine include improved upper body strength, muscle growth in the back and arms, enhanced posture, and increased grip strength.