Seal Row

A compound barbell exercise for the latissimus dorsi.

  • Back
  • Barbell
  • Compound

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Muscles worked

MainLatissimus dorsi
AlsoRhomboids, Trapezius, Biceps brachii

Setup

The prone position eliminates body english so the mid-back does all the work.

How to do it well

  • Lie prone on a raised bench
  • Row the bar to the bench
  • Squeeze the shoulder blades together

Common mistakes

  • Bouncing the bar off the floor
  • Lifting the chest off the bench

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.