Smith Machine Bent Over Row
The Smith Machine Bent Over Row is a strength movement that targets your middle back. Here's how to do it with clean form.
How to do the Smith Machine Bent Over Row
- Hinge at the hips to roughly 45 degrees, back flat, bar hanging at arm's length.
- Pull the bar into your lower abdomen, driving your elbows back and up.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the top before lowering with control.
- Don't round your lower back — brace your core and hold the hinge throughout the set.
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