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Bodyweight Bodybuilding: Mastering the Inverted Row Exercise

Terry ClarkBy Terry ClarkMay 3, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read
Bodyweight Bodybuilding: Mastering the Inverted Row Exercise
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Inverted row for bodybuilding is a popular bodyweight exercise targeting the upper back, core, and arms muscles. It’s an effective exercise for building strength and muscle mass without needing weights or gym equipment.

The inverted row is a pull exercise performed on the horizontal plane. To get the most out of back exercises, like chest exercises, you must complete them on the horizontal and vertical plane. Therefore pairing the inverted roll with chin-ups or pull-ups is the most effective weight to use bodyweight exercises for bodybuilding the back, shoulder, and bicep muscles.

In this guide, we will go over the proper form and techniques for performing the inverted row exercise to help you maximize your gains and achieve your bodybuilding goals.

How to Perform the Inverted Row Correctly.

To perform the inverted row correctly for bodybuilding, start by lying face up underneath a sturdy bar or suspension trainer. Next, grab the bar with an overhand grip and hands shoulder-width apart. Then, keeping your body straight and core engaged, pull your chest towards the bar, squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.

Lower yourself back down with control to the starting position. Keep your elbows close to your body and your wrists in a neutral position throughout the exercise. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

The Muscles that the Inverted Row Builds.

The inverted row is a compound exercise that targets multiple muscle groups, including the primary muscles of the upper back, shoulders, and arms. The secondary muscles worked during this exercise include the core, biceps, and forearms.

Additionally, the inverted row is an agonistic exercise that engages muscles that work together to move. This includes the rhomboids, trapezius, and latissimus dorsi muscles. Overall, the inverted row is an effective exercise for building upper body strength and improving posture.

Example of an Inverted Row Workout Program with Reps, Sets, Weights, and Rest Time.

Here’s an inverted row workout program you can try:

  • Reps: AMRAP (As Many Reps As Possible)
  • Sets: 3-6
  • Weight: Use your body weight or add weight using a backpack or weight vest
  • Rest Time: 15-90 seconds between sets

Example workout:

  • Set 1: AMRAP reps with bodyweight
  • Rest 90 seconds
  • Set 2: AMRAP reps with body weight
  • Rest 60 seconds
  • Set 3: AMRAP reps with body weight
  • Rest 30 seconds
  • Set 4: AMRAP with body weight
  • Rest 15 seconds

Remember to focus on proper form and engage your core muscles throughout the exercise. With bodyweight exercises use time as the volume-controlling factor.

Conclusion on How to Use the Inverted Row for Bodybuilding.

In summary, the inverted row is an effective exercise for bodybuilding that targets the muscles in your back, arms, and shoulders. To perform the exercise correctly, start with a sturdy bar, keep your body straight, and pull your chest towards the bar.

Incorporating the inverted row into your workout routine can help you build upper body strength and improve your posture. Remember to start with proper form and gradually increase the difficulty of the exercise as you progress.

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