Barbell Wide-grip Upright Row

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Learn how to do the Barbell Wide-grip Upright Row with proper form and technique. This barbell exercise primarily targets your Delts, with secondary emphasis on Traps, Biceps.

Barbell Wide-grip Upright Row exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Barbell Wide-grip Upright Row

Follow these steps to perform the Barbell Wide-grip Upright Row with correct form:

  1. 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands wider than shoulder-width apart.
  2. 2Let the barbell hang in front of your thighs, arms fully extended.
  3. 3Keeping your back straight, exhale and lift the barbell straight up towards your chin, leading with your elbows.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale and slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Barbell Wide-grip Upright Row Muscles Worked

Primary

delts

Secondary

trapsbiceps

Exercise Details

Equipment
barbell
Body Part
shoulders
Category
Extended

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Barbell Wide-grip Upright Row work?

The Barbell Wide-grip Upright Row primarily targets your Delts. Secondary muscles worked include Traps, Biceps. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your shoulders.

What equipment do I need for the Barbell Wide-grip Upright Row?

The Barbell Wide-grip Upright Row requires barbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Barbell Wide-grip Upright Row with proper form?

Start by stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands wider than shoulder-width apart.. Let the barbell hang in front of your thighs, arms fully extended. Keeping your back straight, exhale and lift the barbell straight up towards your chin, leading with your elbows. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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