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Barbell Rack Pull

The Barbell Rack Pull is a barbell exercise that targets the back, with the forearms assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.

Target muscles
Back
Also works
Forearms
Equipment
Barbell
Body part
Back, Upper legs

Step by step

  1. Set the barbell on safety pins or blocks around knee height.
  2. Stand with feet hip-width apart and grip the barbell with a shoulder-width grip.
  3. Keep your back straight and shoulders tight as you lift the bar by extending your hips.
  4. Stand tall at the top while squeezing your upper back.
  5. Lower the bar back to the rack position under control.
  6. Keep the bar close to your legs throughout the movement.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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