Yates row

Barbell, underhand grip

Also called yates bent over row

Yates row, start positionYates row, end position
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Bend forward to about 45 degrees with an underhand, shoulder-width grip on the bar. Pull the bar to the lower ribs, then lower with control.

  1. Torso about 45 degrees, back flat
  2. Pull to the lower ribs
  3. No hip swing to start the rep

Movement

Pattern
Horizontal pull
Type
Compound, several joints move
Sides
Both sides together
Equipment
Barbell

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Upper body

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