Smith Machine Inverted Row
The Smith machine inverted row is an adjustable-difficulty pulling exercise perfect for those working toward pull-ups. Set the bar at waist height, hang underneath, and row your chest to the bar.
How to Perform
Set the bar at waist height and lie underneath it face up.
Grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width with an overhand grip.
Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
Pull your chest to the bar by squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Lower with control until your arms are fully extended.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Sagging the hips, breaking the straight body line.
Not pulling the chest all the way to the bar.
Cranking the neck forward to cheat the last few inches.
Muscle Activation
Variations
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