Barbell Rack Pull (female)

Barbell Rack Pull demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand behind a barbell that is positioned on a weight rack, your feet shoulder width apart
  • 2Bend at your waist and slightly bend your knees to grab the barbell, keeping your back straight
  • 3Lift the barbell by extending your hips and knees to full extension
  • 4Hold for a second at the top before lowering the barbell back to the rack
  • 5Repeat for the desired amount of repetitions

Tips:

  • Avoid rounding your back during the movement
  • Keep your head neutral during the lift, don't look up or down
  • Focus on driving the movement with your hips
  • Breathe out when lifting the barbell and breathe in while lowering it back to the rack

Barbell Rack Pull Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs