Paused barbell row
A compound exercise for the lats and upper back, with help from the biceps, rear delts, lower back. Equipment: barbell.
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WorksLatsUpper backBicepsRear deltsLower back
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How to do it
- Setup: Set up as for a bent-over row, a little lighter.
- Hold the bar against the body for a second
- Lower slowly
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