Weighted Plate Bent Over Row
Step by step
How to perform
- Bend your knees slightly and lean forward from your waist until your torso is almost parallel to the floor, keeping your back straight.
- Hold the weighted plate hanging directly in front of you, with your arms fully extended.
- Pull the weighted plate up to your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body and squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
- Slowly lower the weighted plate back down to the starting position, ensuring to maintain control throughout the movement, and repeat this for your desired number of repetitions.
Overview
About this exercise
The Weighted Plate Bent Over Row is a strength-building exercise that targets key muscle groups including the back, biceps, and shoulders, making it ideal for individuals seeking to enhance their upper body strength. It is suitable for both beginners and advanced fitness enthusiasts due to its adjustable weight intensity. Incorporating this exercise into your routine can improve posture, enhance muscle definition, and contribute to a balanced full-body workout.
Coaching cues
Form tips
Another common mistake is straining the neck by looking up or down. Keep your neck in a neutral position by looking down at the floor, about 3 feet in front of you. This will help avoid any unnecessary strain or injury.
When you perform the row, do not use momentum to swing the weight up. The movement should be controlled and deliberate. Pull the plate up to your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body. Then, slowly lower the plate back down to the starting position. This controlled movement will ensure
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