Barbell Row

DIFFICULTY

Moderate

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

Barbell

STARTING POSITION

Standing with barbell in hands.

PROCEDURE

1. Find the appropriately weighted barbell (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.

SKI PURPOSE

Improves mid back strength.