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Bodyweight Standing Close-grip Row

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Beginner

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Upper Back accessibility Back
Biceps Forearms

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Body Weight

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

4.3

Force

pull

Bodyweight Standing Close-grip Row is a beginner multi-joint compound pulling exercise targeting the Upper Back in the Back region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Biceps and Forearms.

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1

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent.

2

Bend forward at the waist, keeping your back straight and your core engaged.

3

Extend your arms straight in front of you, gripping the bar or handles with a close grip.

4

Pull the bar or handles towards your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.

5

Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly release and return to the starting position.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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