Bodyweight squatting row
The bodyweight squatting row is a compound exercise that targets the upper back muscles. It involves pulling your body towards a bar while in a squatting position, engaging the back, biceps, and forearms.
At a glance
- Area
- Back
- Main muscle
- Upper back
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Ensure your back remains straight and avoid rounding your shoulders.
- Pull with your back muscles rather than your arms.
- Control the movement on the way down to avoid dropping your body.
What to watch out for
- shoulder injuries
- elbow injuries
- lower back pain
Also known as
Rematore a corpo libero, bodyweight row, inverted row, upper back exercise