Barbell Upright Row Narrow

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Exercise Profile

Barbell Upright Row Narrow Overview

The barbell upright row narrow workout primarily engages the shoulders. The barbell is used to perform a pulling motion, targeting the deltoids and upper back muscles.

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Barbell Upright Row Narrow Instructions

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
Let the barbell hang in front of your thighs, arms fully extended.
Keeping your back straight and core engaged, exhale and lift the barbell straight up, leading with your elbows.
Continue lifting until the barbell reaches shoulder level, then pause for a moment.

Barbell Upright Row Narrow Tips

Start with a light weight to focus on form and prevent injury.
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and grip the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly narrower than shoulder-width.
Keep your core engaged and maintain a slight bend in your knees throughout the exercise.
As you lift the barbell, focus on pulling your elbows up and out to the sides, engaging your shoulder muscles.
Avoid shrugging your shoulders or using momentum to lift the weight.
Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your shoulder blades together, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
Remember to breathe throughout the exercise, inhaling as you lower the weight and exhaling as you lift.