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Resistance Band T-Bar Row

Intermediate
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A horizontal pull using resistance bands in a T-bar or landmine setup that targets lats, rhomboids, and traps to build upper back strength, enhance posture, and support muscle development; scaled by band tension.

About Exercise

Equipment

Bands, Barbell

Difficulty

3/5 • Intermediate

Primary Muscle Groups

Lats, Traps

Secondary Muscles

Shoulders, Forearms, Lower Back

Accessory Muscles

Abs

Popularity Score

7

Goals

Strength
Hypertrophy

Training Style

Functional Training
Bodybuilding

Setup Requirements

Requires Rack

No

Requires Bench

No

Requires Spotter

No

Space Needed

Medium

Noise Level

Low

Muscle Breakdown

Lats

9/10

Teres Major

Traps

8/10

Mid Traps, Upper Traps

Biceps

6/10

Shoulders

5/10

Rear Delts

Forearms

4/10

Lower Back

3/10

Erector Spinae

Abs

2/10

Rectus Abdominis

Programming

Typical Rep Range

8-12 reps

Rest Between Sets

60-90 seconds

How to Perform

Wedge a barbell into a landmine or corner, loop a resistance band around the free end, and straddle the bar with feet shoulder-width apart. Hinge at hips to position torso parallel to floor with arms extended.

  1. Drive elbows back to retract shoulder blades.
  2. Pull band and bar toward lower chest.
  3. Squeeze back muscles at peak contraction.
  4. Extend arms slowly to return to start.
  5. Maintain neutral spine throughout.

Coaching Tips

Form Cues

  • Squeeze shoulder blades.
  • Drive with back, not arms.
  • Keep core tight.
  • Control the return.

Breathing

Inhale as you extend arms, exhale as you pull toward chest while bracing core.

Tempo

3-1-2

Range of Motion

From full arm extension with torso hinged to bar touching lower chest, keeping back flat.

Safety

Safety Notes

  • Inspect bands for damage before use.
  • Avoid overstretching bands.
  • Secure anchor points firmly.
  • Do not release under tension.

Spotting

Spotting not required; use stable setup or safeties if adding plates.

Common Mistakes

  • Rounding lower back.
  • Using momentum.
  • Flaring elbows wide.
  • Poor band securement.

When to Avoid

  • Lower back injury
  • Shoulder impingement

Flexibility Needed

  • Hip hinge range
  • Shoulder extension

Build Up First

  • Hip hinge proficiency
  • Basic row form

Also known as

Banded T-Bar Row, Band T-Bar Row, Resistance Band Landmine Row

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