Popularised by prolific weightlifting coach Glenn Pendlay, the Pendlay row is a more explosive variation of the bent-over row. A firm favourite of seasoned lifters, the move is one of the most ...

The Pendlay row is one of the most effective barbell exercises for developing a strong, powerful back, particularly for strongman athletes and lifters who want to build strength that carries over ...

Because the torso remains parallel to the floor, the Pendlay row places a high demand on the mid-back muscles, including the lats, rhomboids, traps and rear delts, helping to build torso width and ...

YOU CAN BUILD your back muscles using all kinds of exercises (trust us, we know just about all of them), but few are as effective as the classic barbell row. The move is a bodybuilding staple for a ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images We get it, your back may not feel as important as building massive arms or a ...

Bicep curls are fine for arms, and deadlifts work your posterior chain, but to fill out your t-shirt you’ll need to put your back into it. Bent-over rows are one of the top gym moves that should be ...

If you’re serious about strengthening your back, but don’t have weights at your disposal, might we suggest the inverted row? This bodyweight exercise—which involves lying beneath a bar and pulling ...