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Barbell Upright Row
The Barbell Upright Row is a barbell exercise that targets the shoulders, with the traps assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
Step by step
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly narrower than shoulder-width.
- Keep your arms extended and the barbell resting against your thighs.
- Engage your core and pull the barbell upward along your body, leading with your elbows.
- Raise the bar until your elbows reach shoulder height or slightly above.
- Pause briefly at the top while squeezing your shoulders and traps.
- Lower the barbell back down in a controlled motion to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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