How to Do Barbell Rear Delt Row: Muscles Worked & Proper Form

Barbell Rear Delt Row exercise technique

Muscles Worked in Barbell Rear Delt Row

Primary muscles worked:

Rear Deltoid
Trapezius

Secondary muscles worked:

Rotator Cuff
Biceps
Forearm Flexors

How to Do Barbell Rear Delt Row

Grip the bar with a wide overhand grip, and lean forward with the bar hanging from straight arms.
Inhale and pull the bar high on your chest.
With control, lower the bar back to the starting position.

Commentary

Barbell rear delt row is an exercise that emphasizes your rear delts. To avoid cheating or swinging the weight up, make sure you use a light weight and focus on muscle contact with your rear delts.

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