Exercise technique

lever t bar row

The lever T bar row is a machine-based exercise targeting the upper back, with secondary emphasis on the biceps and forearms. It is performed seated with the chest supported, reducing lower back strain and allowing for focused engagement of the upper back muscles.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Adjust the seat height and footplate position to ensure proper alignment.
  2. Sit on the machine with your chest against the pad and your feet flat on the footplate.
  3. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  4. Keep your back straight and engage your core.
  5. Pull the handles towards your torso, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  6. Pause for a moment at the peak contraction, then slowly release the handles back to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Biceps, Forearms.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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