Target Muscle

    Glutes

    Equipment

    Barbell

    Difficulty

    Intermediate

    Category

    Strength

    Barbell Rack Pull

    The barbell rack pull is a compound strength exercise that targets the glutes, hamstrings, and lower back. It involves lifting a barbell from a rack set at knee height, focusing on hip extension and posterior chain activation.

    Also Works

    HamstringsLower Back

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Set up a barbell on a rack at knee height.

    2. 2

      Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outwards.

    3. 3

      Bend at the hips and knees to lower yourself down and grip the barbell with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.

    4. 4

      Engage your core and lift the barbell by extending your hips and knees, pulling your shoulders back and squeezing your glutes at the top.

    5. 5

      Lower the barbell back down to the starting position by bending at the hips and knees.

    6. 6

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Pro Tips

    • Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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