The Pendlay Row can build upper back size, reinforce posture, improve bracing, and carry over to your deadlift when it’s programmed with intent.
Main takeaways:
adjust the setup to your build
reset and brace every rep
use Kelso shrugs for upper-back development
use cheat rows strategically for power
progress rows like a true strength movement
What variation do you use most: strict Pendlay, cheat row, or chest-supported row? 👇
Watch a full tutorial on the elitefts YouTube > 3 Pendlay Row Variations for Maximum Deadlift Carryover
Or read an article breakdown at elitefts.com/blogs/motivation/beyond-the-barbell-row-5-game-changing-lessons-from-the-pendlay-row#elitefts#pendlayrow#powerlifting#strengthtraining#deadlift