What is Barbell Row?
A bent-over pull that builds the upper and mid back.
In context
Barbell Row is a key concept in training. A bent-over pull that builds the upper and mid back. Knowing what it means — and how it connects to the rest of your training — turns it from jargon into something you can actually use in the gym.
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Related training terms
Common questions.
What does barbell row mean?
A bent-over pull that builds the upper and mid back.
What category does barbell row belong to?
Barbell Row is a term from training in strength and fitness training. Browse more training terms in the Nishaana glossary.
Why does barbell row matter for training?
Understanding barbell row helps you train and program more deliberately — it is one of the ideas that separates guessing from a real, repeatable system.
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