Can't feel barbell row in lats

Grip wider and minimize your body movement to feel the row in your lats. This should make you feel your lats during the row.

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Overview and review of the Rogue Ohio deadlift bar

This overview of the  Ohio deadlift bar  was originally published in my comprehensive guide on which Rogue barbell to buy. If you are currently considering to buy a Rogue barbell it is worth a read to get input on the latest models. I update the guide on a yearly basis depending on Rogue's new releases. 

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Can't barbell row

Most likely the 20kg bar is too heavy for you. Start with dumbbells or kettlebells which are lighter to progress to the barbell. 

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Are barbell rows safe

 

Barbell rows are safer than most team sports. Ease in gradually and keep your movements controlled. Leave the inner gorilla at home and you are fine. 

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Are barbell rows necessary?

Barbell rows are not necessary for the gym. You can replace them with dumbbell rows. Still, many elite lifters report that a higher deadlift can be established by rowing more. 

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How to barbell squat: Beginner Guide

 

This is a guide for beginners who want to   barbell squat on how to set their equipment up and execute the movement. We will also go into which programs are key effective for beginners. 

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Are barbell curls good?

Curls are good for your biceps. Barbell curls are bad for your wrists. Therefore do curls, but with an EZ bar or dumbbell. 

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Are barbell curls a compound exercise

Barbell curls are not a compound exercise as they do not use multiple joints to execute the movement. It is a good isolated exercise for the biceps. 

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Are barbell shrugs effective?

Barbell shrugs are effective for building bigger traps and a stronger grip. Whether this is effective for you depends on what your goals are. 

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Are barbell squats bad for you?

Exercise is good for you. Barbell squats can be a risk when they are executed wrong or you do not know your limits. All around the benefits of being active outweigh the risk of injury. 

Topics: Squat, Fitness, Strength, Barbell