I've been using the bent over row in the traditional position, upper
body almost parallel to the floor. The bar is quite low that way, but
it hasn't seemed to uncomfortable to me.

I added it because it seems similar to one of the band exercises my
physical therapist recommended for my shoulder problem (no definitive
diagnosis, but it seems to be impingement syndrome).

Bill

-----Original Message-----
From: joeshmoe1770 [mailto:joeshmoe1770@...]
Sent: Friday, January 07, 2005 9:45 PM
To: Explosive_Fitness@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Explosive_Fitness] new exercise idea



Has anyone successfully incorporated the Bent Over Row in their
routine? I was trying it the other day from a standing position
(upper body almost parallel to the floor) and it was kind of
uncomfortable. I thought of an idea that is similar to the Supine
Curl. You get into the Bench Press position with the bar maybe a
little higher (than you would use for Bench Press). Buckle the seat
belt around your chest area. With a wide, overhand grip, pull the bar
toward your body. Your arms should only be slightly bent.

One possible drawback is that someone really strong may experience
some discomfort with the seatbelt. Also, I'm not sure if this
technique would be too stressful on the lower back area. I was just
"playing around" and pulled over 200 pounds without any of these
problems, so, maybe it could work. Anyhow, I'm not a personal trainer
or anything, so, try it at your own risk. Thanks.







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