How To Do Rear Deltoid Rows

  • December 8, 2008
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Rear deltoid rows are a great way to work parts of your upper body, letting you go from “bony” to “broad shouldered” in no time.

You Will Need

  • A barbell
  • A cambered curl bar

Always consult a physician before attempting any exercise program.

How To Do Rear Deltoid Rows: Stand & hold barbell

Step 1: Stand & hold barbell

Stand holding a barbell with your palms facing your thighs and both your hands and feet shoulder width apart.

By keeping your hands wide, you focus more on your shoulders and less on your trapezius muscles, which connect to your neck.

How To Do Rear Deltoid Rows: Lift barbell straight up

Step 2: Lift barbell straight up

Without bending, smoothly lift the barbell straight up until it reaches chin height.

How To Do Rear Deltoid Rows: Lower barbell

Step 3: Lower barbell

Slowly lower the barbell.

To make this lift easier on your wrists, try using a cambered curl bar that’s articulated to allow for a more natural grip.

How To Do Rear Deltoid Rows: Repeat

Step 4: Repeat

Repeat until you can’t maintain proper form—either your back starts to weaken or you can’t raise the bar to chin height. When that happens, set the bar down.

The triangular deltoid muscle gets its name from the Greek letter delta, which is a triangle.

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