Upper Back Exercises

seal row
Are Seal Rows the Back Exercise Your Program is Missing?
Everyone knows you need to be performing some kind of row to build a barn door back. Unfortunately, the most common free weight rowing exercises are susceptible to form breakdown,... Read more...
What Are Pendlay Rows?
What Are Pendlay Rows?
The Pendlay row is a variation of the bent over row that requires a lot of power, as each rep starts from the ground. It is named after Glenn Pendlay,... Read more...
are upright rows bad
How to Do Upright Rows Without Shoulder Pain
Although the upright row is a great exercise to build up the shoulders and traps, it is also very easy to mess up your shoulder joint if you have bad form or... Read more...
meadows rows
What are Meadows Rows?
There are several single-arm row variations but none like the Meadows row. The Meadows row allows you to go hard and heavy to help strengthen imbalances between sides. Moreover, it... Read more...
rack pull
The Ultimate Guide to Rack Pulls
The rack pull is a misunderstood exercise that's sure to garner different opinions on its merits depending on who you ask. If you ask us, the rack pull lends to... Read more...
Scapular Stabilization Exercises
11 Scapular Stabilization Exercises for Injury Prevention & Strength
Your scapula, aka shoulder blade, is the base of your shoulder complex and the foundation of any shoulder movement. It is used in virtually every movement that involves your upper extremities. It... Read more...