09/03/2026
Is THIS the perfect row? 🤔
The single-arm row is a staple — but small form breakdowns like rounding through the spine, rotating the torso, or yanking the weight with momentum can turn a great back exercise into a pattern of compensation.
Good movement starts with a good starting position.
Set up with a long, neutral spine and a stable trunk. From there, drive your elbow back and toward your same-side hip pocket rather than pulling straight up toward your shoulder.
This helps create better rhythm between the arm and shoulder blade while keeping the movement focused where you actually want it.
One of our favorite form checks: don’t chase range of motion. Keep your elbow close to your side and finish the pull when your upper arm reaches your torso. If the elbow travels well past your body, you’re often gaining extra “range” through shoulder translation or trunk rotation rather than a better row.
Control the reach.
Keep the torso quiet.
Pull toward the hip.
Stop where your shoulder can stay organized. ✅
Save this for your next row day.
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