The bent-over row is a compound exercise targeting the muscles of the back, particularly the lats, rhomboids, and traps, while also engaging the biceps and core. To perform it correctly, hinge at the hips with a slight bend in the knees, keeping your back flat and chest up. Grip the barbell or dumbbells with your hands just wider than shoulder-width apart, palms facing down. Pull the weight toward your lower ribcage by driving your elbows back and keeping them close to your body. At the top, squ