Inverted Rows Strengthen Core, Back, Shoulders and Arms

The inverted row is a must-do bodyweight strength exercise. Change up your exercise routine the next time you're in the gym by trying the inverted row. It is a good exercise for your core, back, shoulders and arms.





Inverted rows will also re-align your shoulder blades and help prevent slouched shoulder posture.

How to do Inverted Rows:

1. You can do this exercise on a Smith machine. Adjust the bar low to the ground, but not so low that you won't be able to fully extend your arms as you lower your body. Don't let your body touch the ground during the exercise.

2. With your hands slightly wider than shoulder width apart and palms facing out, grab the bar from a lying position on the ground. Keep your heels on the ground. Keep your torso and legs straight throughout the exercise (brace your torso to keep your core tight). Also, keep your head in line with your torso.

3. Lift yourself up until your hands are even with your chest. Lower yourself until your arms are at a 90 degree angle at the elbows. Repeat.

Note: To make this exercise more difficult, put a weighted plate on your chest.

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