Barbell Upright Row
Target Muscle
Secondary Muscles
Equipment
Use your side shoulders to lift the bar, raising your elbows up and to the side. Keep the bar close to your body as you raise it.
Continue to lift the bar until it nearly touches your chin. Your elbows should drive the motion, and should always be higher than your forearms.
Pause for a second at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
Repeat the exercise for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Pro Tip
**Correct Elbow Alignment**: As you lift the barbell, your elbows should always be higher than your wrists. This ensures that your shoulder muscles are doing most of the work. If your wrists are higher than your elbows, you're likely using more of your arm muscles, which defeats the purpose of the exercise. **Controlled Movement**: Avoid jerky or fast movements. Instead, lift the barbell in a slow and controlled manner. This not only reduces the risk of injury but also increases the effectiveness of the exercise by keeping your muscles under tension for a longer period of time. **Avoid Using Too Much Weight**: A common mistake is to use too much weight, which can lead to poor form and potential injuries. Start with