09/22/2026
T-BAR ROW: CHEST SUPPORTED vs NO CHEST SUPPORT 💪
Both are great for building a thicker, stronger back—but they challenge you differently.
🔥 No Chest Support: More stabilization from your lower back, glutes, and core while still hammering the upper back.
🎯 Chest Supported: Takes your lower back out of the equation and lets you focus more on your lats, traps, and rhomboids with controlled reps.
Coach tip: If your lower back is already fatigued from deadlifts or RDLs, chest-supported rows can be a great option.
You don’t have to choose one. Rotate both into your training and get the benefits of each.