How to Improve Your Back Hypertrophy

The question of whether the bent over row or the chest supported row is a better back exercise is often asked, but the answer depends on the context. If you are already training your lower back a lot and experiencing muscle strain, the chest supported row is superior as it takes the strain off the lower back. However, if you are looking for overall back hypertrophy and movement patterns, the barbell row is better as it works the entire back and provides more spinal erector volume. Context, such as training goals and repetition range, is essential in determining the best exercise.