Upright Row

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Sets

Reps

Barbell

Equipment

6.00

Cal/min

🎯 Muscles Worked

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Primary

shoulders

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Secondary

traps

Hold a barbell or dumbbells in front of your thighs, grip about shoulder-width.

Pull the weight straight up along your body toward chin height.

Lead with your elbows, keeping them higher than your wrists throughout.

Lower slowly back down under control.

Stop if you feel shoulder pinching — use a wider grip or lower height if needed.

What muscles does Upright Row work?

Upright Row primarily targets the shoulders, with the traps working as secondary muscles.

How many sets and reps of Upright Row should I do?

A typical starting point is 3 sets of 12 reps, adjusted based on your goal and experience level.

What equipment do I need for Upright Row?

Upright Row requires a barbell.

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