Although the standard bent over row mainly targets your forearms and upper back variations can be used to.
Bent over rows from the floor.
Note that in the below video demonstration the barbell bent over row is performed.
The most effective way to barbell row the weight from the floor to your chest is in a vertical line over this balance point.
This is a great way to focus on core and anti rotation because you have to keep both hips and shoulders.
Setup with the bar over your mid foot like when you deadlift.
The bent over row is one of the most effective upper back exercises for stimulating muscle growth.
The bent over row is a classification of back exercises which can also include single arm bent over rows as well.
How to perform bent over rows.
This is your balance point.
Setup for barbell rows with the bar over your mid foot.
Refer to the illustration and instructions above for how to perform this exercise correctly.
One arm kettlebell rows.