How to do it
Maintain a wide grip on the bar to emphasize the rear delts.
- 1
Bend at the hips and knees, and grab the barbell with an overhand grip.
- 2
Keep your back straight and parallel to the floor.
- 3
Pull the barbell towards your upper waist, keeping your elbows out to the sides.
- 4
Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
- 5
Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
- 6
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your neck neutral and avoid rounding your back to maintain proper form and target the rear delts.
Common mistakes
- ✕Dropping the elbows close to the torso
- ✕Using excessive leg drive to move weight
- ✕Pulling the barbell to the lower chest