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Bodyweight Standing Close-grip Row

An exercise for the Back - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partBack Target muscleUpper Back EquipmentBody Weight

Step by step

  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.

Muscles worked

Upper Back (primary)BicepsForearms

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