Smith Machine Underhand Barbell Row

Technique

How to perform Smith Machine Underhand Barbell Row

1. Set the Smith bar low enough to row from a hip hinge and take a palms-up grip about shoulder-width apart.
2. Disengage the hooks, bend your knees slightly and hinge forward at your hips.
3. Hold your torso inclined with your back position steady and let your arms extend beneath your shoulders.
4. Draw the bar toward your lower ribs while keeping your elbows close to your sides.
5. Allow your shoulder blades to move with the row without lifting your torso to finish the pull.
6. Lower the bar under control, maintain the same hinge and re-engage the hooks when finished.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved

Primary targets: Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboid Major.