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Barbell Row

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Difficulty

Medium

Equipment Needed

Barbell

Starting Position

Standing with barbbell in hands.

Procedure

 
  1. Find the appropriately weighted barbbell (add plates if needed).
  2. Bend your knees and and flex at the waist while extending the arms.
  3. Pull the bar in towards the stomach, contracting the outer back muscles.
  4. Slowly lower the bar to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the suggested number of repetitions.

Coaching Keys

 
  • Keep the abdominals tight.
  • Pretend there is a pencil in the middle of your back and try and squeeze it.

You Should Feel it...

In your mid back, lats and rear shoulders.

Exercise Purpose

Improves mid back strength.

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