T Bar Row Exercises : A Quick, Effective Way To Build Muscle

     T-Bar rows are one of the most hard-hitting and effective compound barbell exercises to build muscle. They are also a great way to build muscle as they can add "grip" and strength to your biceps, your back, thighs, and more. Along with being an intensive exercise, this form of row is also very safe for your joints. T-Bar rows are a great way to build strong arms and complete upper body workouts.

What Is A T-Bar Row?

     A T-Bar row is a compound barbell exercise that involves a bar being held in both hands and is executed from a squat position. The lifter then pulls one arm back to the side of the body, with the opposite arm holding the weight. The movement of this exercise mimics rowing someone across a boat using an oar by pulling one hand back to the side of your body while you push the other forward. They are also known as reverse curls or seated rows.

How To Do The T-Bar Row :

     To do the T-Bar Row, you want to start by grabbing the bar with an overhand grip. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and grasp the bar with your hands a bit wider than shoulder width. Make sure that your wrists are straight ahead and that you have your elbows next to your body. Next, keep your chest up high, squeeze your shoulder blades together, tighten up your core muscles and proceed to row the bar upwards. When you find yourself in the top position of the movement, squeeze your biceps and retract or pull them towards you. This will be one repetition done properly.

Benefits Of The T-Bar Row :

     The T-Bar row is a compound exercise that helps build muscle, provides a good cardio workout, and increases your grip strength. It also has little to no risk of injury as it primarily places stress on the muscles of the upper back and biceps. This form of row is especially beneficial for people who have weak or dodgy wrists because you can use this exercise with heavier weights than most other forms of rowing. 

     Additionally, T-Bar rows are an effective way to help you rehabilitate injuries such as wrist tendonitis or carpal tunnel syndrome.