@hxcnoah Glenn Pendlay says..pull the bar to your lower chest, NOT you lower stomach, which is how body builders cheat when the weight gets too heavy. These look like belly button rows to me.
I see quite a lot of errors here. Pressing with the legs is a no no. Using the lower back to help lift the weight is a no no. Also looks like he's not quite completing the rep at the top of the lift.
These are all classic mistakes that tend to crop up when the weight gets too heavy. Reduce the weight, fix the form anomalies, and don't progress beyond what you can do with correct form. Just my 2 cents.
@sbowesuk i bet the amount of weight you do with "correct" form is = to what you do with "poor" form. AKA you are weak so you pretend to yourself that it is your form stopping you from lifting heavy weights, but reality is you couldn't lift anything heavy no matter what you did.
it looked Ok but if i recall right, in 5x5 he says you should use wider grip and move the bar to your upper ribs part like almost in where you bench to - pretty much like an upside benchpress thinking about it
Form is wanting definitely. There's way too much back movement. I learned a good fix to this... When you do the Pendlay row it needs to be explosive. When pulling try to pull with the elbows rather than through the hands, it helps to correct the technique. A good way of understanding this is to use a thumbless grip. You should maintain the slight arch throughout the set, and the torso should stay at the same angle to the ground at all times.
In a pendlay row I thought you weren't supposed to press with your legs at all, which you are. Not 100%, and to be clear I can't lift that much yet so know my criticism comes from a weaker frame ;)
Hey i've got a question about form, when you guys do this does it usually work the back of your shoulders? and do you feel any stress on your lower back? yesterday i did very light weight to check the form, and my inner back is sore, but i remember my shoulders and lower back were bothering me. tips?
Not perfect but looks good to me considering the weight...... Controlling the negative motion is not the point of the pendley rows, especially with that sort of weight. Its all about form, pulling a dead weight and the acceleration in the positive motion.
So you just drop the weights with very little control? Use the muscles for the negative motion as well. There is nothing impressive about a fat man lifting the equivalent of his body off the ground.
The funny thing is that most of the guys criticizing his form probably can't even deadlift that weight. His lower back is as straight as a pole in the upper part of the movement.
I agree with some of the others -- get rid of the wraps so you can also develop grip strength to match your pulling strength (otherwise, your grip will never be a strong as what you can pull). Belt can stay, I guess, if you feel you might tweak your back (I've thrown my back out a few times doing bent rows, so I understand the need). Just keep the belt low and keep your core tight.
Impressive dude. I came in thinking "oh this dudes trying to lift too much weight its probably gonna be shit" but for 315 that was very good form. keep it up.
That's massive dude. I didn't see any glaring form problems to be honest. Only thing I could recommend would be trying to do it without straps for HEUG GRIPS
hey mother fucker...piece of advice...remove all that prelude to you doing the actually lift...i'm not interested in seeing you put on your little straps, adjust your maxi pad, getting set, etc. etc.
Personally I will say these hit mid back and traps more. I noticed that mid back and trap area got thicker after doing these in progressive manner over 6-7 months.
Well there are many write ups on "proper" form, I am sure you will find enough if you google it. I personally believe once passed the bigger stage, back grows better with heavy weight and some cheating. So experiment some with it. Those who row 135 with perfect form year after year will stay the same size year after year.
@NikkiBoy21 i agree completely, like how many guys have you seen deadlift over 500 pounds with a straight back. cheating is sometimes needed to make gains
@fataslin I would say that the main difference about pendlay rows is that you're supposed to not only let the weight touch the floor but fully let your muscles reset like in a deadlift.
Ron everyone and their grandmother will have utmost perfect form with submax weight or 135 lbs on the bar. Like I said before I am more interested in ones form when that person is doing a working set or going for a PR. I think some body English is inevitable otherwise you holding back. I didn't see 1 video 315-405lb where there is zero body English.
On another subject, and only slightly off topic, regarding Pendlay: His NexGen bars intrigue me and I am thinking of getting one....however, they have no center knurling. The quality of build impresses me, but I am wondering how the bar performs as a conventional squat bar. Has anyone used the new NexGen bar? How do you keep the bar from slipping? Would a tad of strategically placed athletic tape in the center work to hold it in place or would rubbing some chalk on the bar work better?
There are couple reviews on the net, I remember reading someone said they were decent for Oly Lifting not much else. This gym I am currently training in, the bars are missing center knurling and its a fucking pain in the ass as the bar rolls down my back (I just started using athletic tape to hold it in place (see latest vid). My advice to you if you planing on Squating heavy and for reps don't ever get a bar with smooth center.
I had a pleasure 1 time of trying Texas Squat bar and it's night and day difference between the piece of shit I am using now. Texas power bar (texas logo on end caps) is one bad ass bar too. I'd 100% not skimp on a good bar, save your money on plates and other stuff never the bar. Ever read EliteFTS when one of them has to train in a commercial gym and emo tears start rolling, I never understood why until I actually used a real Squat bar.
I had considered a TPB, but when you go online EVERYONE claims to be selling a TPB. Yet, not all these bars are a TPB. WHo actually makes the TPB? I do not care for the two piece construction of their sleeves, but I hear good things about the bar. The Texas Squat Bar looks rugged.
Thank. I spotted Irondawg in my research, so I will look into it. I was also over at Sorinex earlier and damn if he doesn't claim to have a Pendlay HD NexGen Power Bar with knurling "set for powerlifting", whatever that means. Oddly enough. I cannot find such a bar even at Glenn Pendlay's web site. So, I am wondering if Richard Sorin commissioned some power bars or if he had them custom knurled himself.
PS: IN case I did not convey it earlier, you have some VERY impressive strength brother. Keep rippin' it up! Where did you get your belt? I have one from Bob's Belts......was expensive but it is outstanding.
Thanks man. I got my belt from EliteFTS it's 13mm one, I also have 13mm one from Inzer when I was less fat. The Inzer one is much better craftsmanship and quality.
Yeah, Bob made mine 13 mm as well. It is stiff as hell. Years ago before illness struck, I would have had this belt broken in by now. Now, by the time I get the belt on my blood oxygen levels have dropped so low I am ready to pass out. LOL. Onward and upward. I keep training to try to regain my health. Could be a losing battle. We shall see. In the meantime, I have dreams of squatting enough weight to actually justify such a nice belt. LOL
Lot of old time strongmen did this movement and called it Barbell Rows and I remember reading Doug Hepburn used Barbell Rows with each rep deloaded on the ground. While in a way I agree with you to keep it simple stupid on the other hand this method has it's perks. Usually it's not guys themselves that are naming exercises it's the people who see it done and name it after that person. Matt Kroc calls his videos Dumbell Rows it's people who termed it Kroc Rows etc. It's easier to id shit this way
I failed to even mention that I liked the video - which is the most important point. It's just that I get so frustrated with the diva-like attitudes in certain fitness circles, like Crossfit (don't even get me started on Crossfit), that when I come across yet another tried and true, timeless exercise re-named after someone that I just choke. I will never forget Joe Weider doing this sort of thing. Weider Squats, Weider Deadlifts etc., but your point about id'ing is well made. I groc that.
The fundamental concept of the pendlay row is that your back makes a powerful lumbar & upper contraction when lifting the weight. This builds huge strength in both lower & upper back. Wearing a belt will kill the ability to do the lift properly. You should also be able to hit the barbell firmly into your chest/stomach at each rep. The fact you need lifting straps suggests the weight is too high. Aside from that, you look like a strong mofo, the camera shake is awesome!
NB...2nd and 3rd rep are tight...of course fatigue is going set in moving that type of weight...you loosen at 4 and 5, but hell it looks great. Nice pull'n bro
I still do regular rows but this is great for mid back thickness, give it a try. I went over to Dolphin on 24th they had 200 dollars per year if 2 people join at once promotion.
Pretty good form, poundage considered. I agree with you: once you reach a certain weight, I think it's silly to expect NO knee movement and/or NO back elevation.
Btw, I think this is the most weight I've seen anyone use on Penrows. I did 275x6 awhile back; now I've gotta try to catch you :-)
Thanks man! I am still learning the execution of the lift. I think with practice my form should improve but there will be some body movement I am just being realistic here. In the article I think Glenn Pendlay is off his rocker to say stuff like "I did rows with Coleman once, actually, and I was far stronger than he was." or that he uses 425lbs on this strict. Strange how these guys cannot afford 100 dollar camera. I saw few vids here guys doing 315-500 but they all got body movement.
I've been checking all over YouTube for expample vids for Pendlay Rows because I want to incorporate this into my workout as well. Lots of variations and I'm still not sure what "the" true form is. I don't know if I'd wanna do this explosive or non-explosive. Any suggestions of vids I might of missed? Thanks boss!
Google "How to Perform The Pendlay Row with Correct Technique" there is entire article about it. Problem is in the demo video the guy only uses 135lbs everyone and their grandmother will have good form with 135, but what happens when you actually go for your working set? I am more interested in ones form when that person is doing a working set or going for a PR. I think some body English is inevitable otherwise you holding back. I didn't see 1 video 315-405lb where there is zero body English.
This exercise if for your back, hits more mid back/trap thickness. Idea here is to explode up while retaining that back arch and not moving at the hips or knees. I feel less lat involvement here as well, mostly mid back. A lot of old school guys, old strongmen would use this movement but they didn't call it "Pendlay Row". But everyone calls it that and know what it is so = Pendlay Row for easy understanding.
what shoes are those?
Dozerbeatz 1 day ago in playlist 5x5 StrongLifts -- Barbell Rows
@Dozerbeatz Asics wrestling shoes.
NikkiBoy21 1 day ago
Looks dope to me, fuck the haters. Love camera shake, obviously not intentional just a side affect of being a bad ass mofo.
ArielFireStorm 1 week ago
Hot dang.
matthewmovement 2 weeks ago
Straps?
thenextbesthng 2 weeks ago
just got into these about a month ago. world of fuckin difference.
barthelfatness 3 weeks ago
Beast!
Sourpusscandy 1 month ago
Beast!
Sourpusscandy 1 month ago
That was good but you lifted your back and hips too much
francisguilherme13 2 months ago
R U doing a 5X5?
DJKJSeph 3 months ago
great job
hzlwdcntrlftbll 3 months ago
sbowesuk must be a pretty boy, what a dick . he did a fine job go stick with the machines with the other girls u pussy.......
adrenilene101 4 months ago
@adrenilene101 what are you talking about?
sbowesuk is completely correct
he does an ok job, but a correct pendlay row is all upper body, the legs and lower back should remain straight and unmoving, there for support
don't believe me, look up the video of glenn pendlay himself explaining the row
hxcnoah 3 months ago
@hxcnoah Glenn Pendlay says..pull the bar to your lower chest, NOT you lower stomach, which is how body builders cheat when the weight gets too heavy. These look like belly button rows to me.
JaquelynChan 2 months ago
beast
ghostface320 4 months ago
@007cascader
Wow knee jerk much? I was just asking what the belt's for as I'm fairly new to weightlifting.
Anthonyisangry 4 months ago
@Anthonyisangry belts to help keep your back straight
KUZZYxBRO 3 months ago
I see quite a lot of errors here. Pressing with the legs is a no no. Using the lower back to help lift the weight is a no no. Also looks like he's not quite completing the rep at the top of the lift.
These are all classic mistakes that tend to crop up when the weight gets too heavy. Reduce the weight, fix the form anomalies, and don't progress beyond what you can do with correct form. Just my 2 cents.
sbowesuk 4 months ago 11
@sbowesuk where are your videos? form junkies tend to be 180lb weaklings.
bigbobabc123 1 month ago
@sbowesuk i bet the amount of weight you do with "correct" form is = to what you do with "poor" form. AKA you are weak so you pretend to yourself that it is your form stopping you from lifting heavy weights, but reality is you couldn't lift anything heavy no matter what you did.
GSW389 2 weeks ago
@sbowesuk its a pendlay row not a bent over row theyre very different. his form is good
fr3shascanb3 2 weeks ago
What's the belt for?
Anthonyisangry 4 months ago
it looked Ok but if i recall right, in 5x5 he says you should use wider grip and move the bar to your upper ribs part like almost in where you bench to - pretty much like an upside benchpress thinking about it
muzimuzi 4 months ago
this is fuckin raw!
JVM113 5 months ago
@JVM113 more like opposite of raw. belt and straps. but this is still pretty beast
dplganger 4 months ago
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beefcake much?
danhantheman 5 months ago
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beefcake much?
danhantheman 5 months ago
beefcake much?
danhantheman 5 months ago
What a surprise, none of the critics have a single video of themselves lifting anything.
TheKshaugh 5 months ago 2
If you're doing Pendlay Rows for strength (a 5x5 program similar to Bill Starr, Ripptoe or Madcow) I'd say lose the straps.
You won't be able to lift as much initially, however you will work on you grip strength and forearms without em. I use Chalk
asninv20037 6 months ago
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Actually better than I thought
helghast82nd 6 months ago
The earth is trembling while you lifting! Keep it going!
poderion 6 months ago
typical strength training session for these guys 70+minutes of preparation/rest, 14 minutes of heavy lifting.
TheTrollWandering 6 months ago
this video needed to be 30seconds long.
TheMindHeist 7 months ago
Form is wanting definitely. There's way too much back movement. I learned a good fix to this... When you do the Pendlay row it needs to be explosive. When pulling try to pull with the elbows rather than through the hands, it helps to correct the technique. A good way of understanding this is to use a thumbless grip. You should maintain the slight arch throughout the set, and the torso should stay at the same angle to the ground at all times.
I would definitely recommend the
odcpfan 7 months ago
@vccmax Was this sarcasm?
MightyJoeBlack95 7 months ago
In a pendlay row I thought you weren't supposed to press with your legs at all, which you are. Not 100%, and to be clear I can't lift that much yet so know my criticism comes from a weaker frame ;)
kmcparland 7 months ago
yeah man let's fuck our upper back, well done-.-
BnfPre 8 months ago
Hey i've got a question about form, when you guys do this does it usually work the back of your shoulders? and do you feel any stress on your lower back? yesterday i did very light weight to check the form, and my inner back is sore, but i remember my shoulders and lower back were bothering me. tips?
ChrisBranleh 8 months ago
LoL...looks alot heavier with the camera shake. Nice job.
GoodLifeGodLike 8 months ago
That was sweet.
ElGrandeJiP 8 months ago
Ego Rows 315X5
adammichaelbreen 8 months ago
Looking fucking strong man!!! Keep it up!
raulvazquezdm 8 months ago
Those who ask about correct form: Glenn Pendlay has account here at YT and has posted video instructions to Pendlay Row.
happokylpy 8 months ago
took ya bout an hour to fucken lift it
FootballHauss 8 months ago
love the camera shake
MarlaisO 8 months ago
Nothin like Lady Gaga to get you in the mood to pump some iron! xD
njintau 8 months ago
cool... rowing what i deadlift.
good job lol :(
Gannondalf 8 months ago
Lifting starts at 1.15
size123 9 months ago 2
EARTHQUAKE!!!!
921Patrick 9 months ago
Not perfect but looks good to me considering the weight...... Controlling the negative motion is not the point of the pendley rows, especially with that sort of weight. Its all about form, pulling a dead weight and the acceleration in the positive motion.
Good job.....
deanblaze2000 10 months ago
So you just drop the weights with very little control? Use the muscles for the negative motion as well. There is nothing impressive about a fat man lifting the equivalent of his body off the ground.
EmbersOfWar 10 months ago
Nice form. I respect that. Camera shake... Nice.
Haroythere 11 months ago
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THET2236 11 months ago
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how about putting the weight down gently instead of dropping it like an egotistic attention whore.
crosswire7777 11 months ago
dude i think you need to stop working out, youre causing earthquakes lol
thyrael41 11 months ago 2
holy shit pause 1:34 randy coture?
juice25210 1 year ago
HAHAHAH YESSS BEAST MODE MAKING THE CAMERA SHAKE
Mr19ification 1 year ago 56
@Mr19ification HAHAHAH your comment is absolutely perfect
seaFoodSifu 1 month ago
The funny thing is that most of the guys criticizing his form probably can't even deadlift that weight. His lower back is as straight as a pole in the upper part of the movement.
shpongleland 1 year ago
thats not good u fat pig
PayQPayQ 1 year ago
Can you answer a question for me? What's it like being a badass?
Raginmonky 1 year ago
The slam of the weight remind me of the movie "Godzilla"
Now you lifed Godzilla weight hahaha.
PrismaCry 1 year ago
I love how the camera shakes
EdBlackmail 1 year ago 2
Hahaha, that was a nice grunt at 1:28 !
Bukujutsu 1 year ago
straight up tank lol
sealionnn 1 year ago
I agree with some of the others -- get rid of the wraps so you can also develop grip strength to match your pulling strength (otherwise, your grip will never be a strong as what you can pull). Belt can stay, I guess, if you feel you might tweak your back (I've thrown my back out a few times doing bent rows, so I understand the need). Just keep the belt low and keep your core tight.
batmantrainer 1 year ago
you're a fucking hoss
PatTheAnchor 1 year ago
Ditch the belt and straps, lower the weight a bit, and do the rows more explosively.
tedhenry10 1 year ago
cool as shit that the camera shakes when you sit it down, great form.
Malleus117 1 year ago
sick video hoss. hows your training going?
rjsinn2 1 year ago
dude you are fucking fat
xshadw 1 year ago
@xshadw shut the f up Nice job on the rows
monoinyourface 1 year ago
straight up beastmode. how tall are you and how much do weigh?
prowleroftheyard 1 year ago
what a fag lol, weight belt and grips, what a gurl
Rippingtonson 1 year ago
Holy shit, that's a lot of weight for those. What's your height, weight and
squat/bench/dead 1RM?
wookieeassassin 1 year ago
fuck, you shake all world here!!! hahaha, form is just fine!
simmonidas 1 year ago 9
its shakes the fuckin camera haha
WhoDatMiley 1 year ago
Impressive dude. I came in thinking "oh this dudes trying to lift too much weight its probably gonna be shit" but for 315 that was very good form. keep it up.
therabidliger 1 year ago
That is pretty impressive. Nice form on those.
TheLACSA 1 year ago
Awesome work. I'm up to 275 on Pendlays and they're hard as fuck. It'll be a loooong time until I get to this kinda weight.
ivanisavich 1 year ago
That's massive dude. I didn't see any glaring form problems to be honest. Only thing I could recommend would be trying to do it without straps for HEUG GRIPS
theyiddish 1 year ago
Good job buddy
Your video is just fine
biglogstrongman 1 year ago
hey mother fucker...piece of advice...remove all that prelude to you doing the actually lift...i'm not interested in seeing you put on your little straps, adjust your maxi pad, getting set, etc. etc.
yahoopl3 1 year ago
@yahoopl3 Do you know this guy in the vid or something? Cause if not that's way harsh...
TirumphantAce 1 year ago
better than a lot of row vids I've seen but yoiu should lower the weight some, looks like you struggle at top of rep.
anab0lic 1 year ago
great form esp with 315, i agree goin heavier and a little cheating works look at all the big lifters like kroc.
justind85 2 years ago 4
Does this exercise taget the lats like the barbell row does, or does it hit the middle and upper back area more?
Elreypachuco 2 years ago
Personally I will say these hit mid back and traps more. I noticed that mid back and trap area got thicker after doing these in progressive manner over 6-7 months.
NikkiBoy21 2 years ago
@Elreypachuco Rhomboids.
thecityalive 7 months ago
Hey man SO pendalay rows are like normal rows exept you arch your upperback too? cheers. I like your style btw.
fataslin 2 years ago
Well there are many write ups on "proper" form, I am sure you will find enough if you google it. I personally believe once passed the bigger stage, back grows better with heavy weight and some cheating. So experiment some with it. Those who row 135 with perfect form year after year will stay the same size year after year.
NikkiBoy21 2 years ago 14
What if you use proper form on very heavy weight? I guess we just found out..because that is exactly what you just fucking did!
I don't wanna meet you in a dark alley!
ulemper 2 years ago 11
LMAO thanks man, good stuff!
NikkiBoy21 2 years ago
@ulemper you blind? Proper form? LFMAO. He's lower back was rounded, and he moved his hips a lot. Yes, still impressive, but "good form"? No.
kalossimitar 6 months ago
@NikkiBoy21
I must be a genetic freak to be able to grow my back with 95 pound barbell rows.
xTheFormlessOneIGF1 1 year ago
@NikkiBoy21 i agree completely, like how many guys have you seen deadlift over 500 pounds with a straight back. cheating is sometimes needed to make gains
Jacobomo 1 year ago
@fataslin I would say that the main difference about pendlay rows is that you're supposed to not only let the weight touch the floor but fully let your muscles reset like in a deadlift.
AwestaKhalid 11 months ago
@fataslin
very nice, I would just deload "a bit" after each one. VVery nice - I wonder how much you pull recently
mdybowski 8 months ago
Very strong dude. Who cares if the techique is a little off!
tempac91 2 years ago
I think the form is pretty darn good 315 is damn good weight
there is no rounding of the back and that is all it counts..
mac2k2020 2 years ago
if its too heavy to lift with good form its too heavy, lift with your brain not your ego
krj213213231 2 years ago
This form is really bad. I'd check either VikingMan44 or stronglifts row videos if you want to see what it should look like.
ronhoward47 2 years ago
Ron everyone and their grandmother will have utmost perfect form with submax weight or 135 lbs on the bar. Like I said before I am more interested in ones form when that person is doing a working set or going for a PR. I think some body English is inevitable otherwise you holding back. I didn't see 1 video 315-405lb where there is zero body English.
NikkiBoy21 2 years ago
Lol. Yeah, stay away from Mehdi from Stronglift's video. He's a bloody weakling. I'm surprised he can even pick up an empty bar.
Kamaka675 2 years ago 2
On another subject, and only slightly off topic, regarding Pendlay: His NexGen bars intrigue me and I am thinking of getting one....however, they have no center knurling. The quality of build impresses me, but I am wondering how the bar performs as a conventional squat bar. Has anyone used the new NexGen bar? How do you keep the bar from slipping? Would a tad of strategically placed athletic tape in the center work to hold it in place or would rubbing some chalk on the bar work better?
spudnutsncoffee 2 years ago
There are couple reviews on the net, I remember reading someone said they were decent for Oly Lifting not much else. This gym I am currently training in, the bars are missing center knurling and its a fucking pain in the ass as the bar rolls down my back (I just started using athletic tape to hold it in place (see latest vid). My advice to you if you planing on Squating heavy and for reps don't ever get a bar with smooth center.
NikkiBoy21 2 years ago
I had a pleasure 1 time of trying Texas Squat bar and it's night and day difference between the piece of shit I am using now. Texas power bar (texas logo on end caps) is one bad ass bar too. I'd 100% not skimp on a good bar, save your money on plates and other stuff never the bar. Ever read EliteFTS when one of them has to train in a commercial gym and emo tears start rolling, I never understood why until I actually used a real Squat bar.
NikkiBoy21 2 years ago
I had considered a TPB, but when you go online EVERYONE claims to be selling a TPB. Yet, not all these bars are a TPB. WHo actually makes the TPB? I do not care for the two piece construction of their sleeves, but I hear good things about the bar. The Texas Squat Bar looks rugged.
spudnutsncoffee 2 years ago
Don't quote me on this but Irondawg store I think sells the original. The one I saw had Texas logo on end caps. Call them up see what they tell you.
NikkiBoy21 2 years ago
Thank. I spotted Irondawg in my research, so I will look into it. I was also over at Sorinex earlier and damn if he doesn't claim to have a Pendlay HD NexGen Power Bar with knurling "set for powerlifting", whatever that means. Oddly enough. I cannot find such a bar even at Glenn Pendlay's web site. So, I am wondering if Richard Sorin commissioned some power bars or if he had them custom knurled himself.
spudnutsncoffee 2 years ago
PS: IN case I did not convey it earlier, you have some VERY impressive strength brother. Keep rippin' it up! Where did you get your belt? I have one from Bob's Belts......was expensive but it is outstanding.
spudnutsncoffee 2 years ago
Thanks man. I got my belt from EliteFTS it's 13mm one, I also have 13mm one from Inzer when I was less fat. The Inzer one is much better craftsmanship and quality.
NikkiBoy21 2 years ago
Yeah, Bob made mine 13 mm as well. It is stiff as hell. Years ago before illness struck, I would have had this belt broken in by now. Now, by the time I get the belt on my blood oxygen levels have dropped so low I am ready to pass out. LOL. Onward and upward. I keep training to try to regain my health. Could be a losing battle. We shall see. In the meantime, I have dreams of squatting enough weight to actually justify such a nice belt. LOL
spudnutsncoffee 2 years ago
If I hear of another person naming an exercise after themselves I think I am going to puke. It's just barbell rows, guys.
spudnutsncoffee 2 years ago
Lot of old time strongmen did this movement and called it Barbell Rows and I remember reading Doug Hepburn used Barbell Rows with each rep deloaded on the ground. While in a way I agree with you to keep it simple stupid on the other hand this method has it's perks. Usually it's not guys themselves that are naming exercises it's the people who see it done and name it after that person. Matt Kroc calls his videos Dumbell Rows it's people who termed it Kroc Rows etc. It's easier to id shit this way
NikkiBoy21 2 years ago
I failed to even mention that I liked the video - which is the most important point. It's just that I get so frustrated with the diva-like attitudes in certain fitness circles, like Crossfit (don't even get me started on Crossfit), that when I come across yet another tried and true, timeless exercise re-named after someone that I just choke. I will never forget Joe Weider doing this sort of thing. Weider Squats, Weider Deadlifts etc., but your point about id'ing is well made. I groc that.
spudnutsncoffee 2 years ago
good lift... sick strength
jabaloob 2 years ago
I like how you make the camera shake.
SJRogers 2 years ago
The fundamental concept of the pendlay row is that your back makes a powerful lumbar & upper contraction when lifting the weight. This builds huge strength in both lower & upper back. Wearing a belt will kill the ability to do the lift properly. You should also be able to hit the barbell firmly into your chest/stomach at each rep. The fact you need lifting straps suggests the weight is too high. Aside from that, you look like a strong mofo, the camera shake is awesome!
thesku11s 2 years ago
it looks like the earth shakes when you put the weight down. Awesome lift by the way.
bsal219 2 years ago
NB...2nd and 3rd rep are tight...of course fatigue is going set in moving that type of weight...you loosen at 4 and 5, but hell it looks great. Nice pull'n bro
Ironraider 3 years ago
Thanks! Been hitting this movement more and more always trying to tighten up any form breaks.
NikkiBoy21 3 years ago
Looked good to me. It's hard to avoid body movement with heavy weights.
portiabrat 3 years ago
Thanks for watching.
NikkiBoy21 3 years ago
oooooooo shit sick exercises i like it lol.. yooo wha gym u training now that detail is done with??
Anioner 3 years ago
I still do regular rows but this is great for mid back thickness, give it a try. I went over to Dolphin on 24th they had 200 dollars per year if 2 people join at once promotion.
NikkiBoy21 3 years ago
Nik,
Pretty good form, poundage considered. I agree with you: once you reach a certain weight, I think it's silly to expect NO knee movement and/or NO back elevation.
Btw, I think this is the most weight I've seen anyone use on Penrows. I did 275x6 awhile back; now I've gotta try to catch you :-)
senatus 3 years ago
Thanks man! I am still learning the execution of the lift. I think with practice my form should improve but there will be some body movement I am just being realistic here. In the article I think Glenn Pendlay is off his rocker to say stuff like "I did rows with Coleman once, actually, and I was far stronger than he was." or that he uses 425lbs on this strict. Strange how these guys cannot afford 100 dollar camera. I saw few vids here guys doing 315-500 but they all got body movement.
NikkiBoy21 3 years ago
It looks pretty clean.
I've been checking all over YouTube for expample vids for Pendlay Rows because I want to incorporate this into my workout as well. Lots of variations and I'm still not sure what "the" true form is. I don't know if I'd wanna do this explosive or non-explosive. Any suggestions of vids I might of missed? Thanks boss!
saintapathy 3 years ago
Google "How to Perform The Pendlay Row with Correct Technique" there is entire article about it. Problem is in the demo video the guy only uses 135lbs everyone and their grandmother will have good form with 135, but what happens when you actually go for your working set? I am more interested in ones form when that person is doing a working set or going for a PR. I think some body English is inevitable otherwise you holding back. I didn't see 1 video 315-405lb where there is zero body English.
NikkiBoy21 3 years ago
For what is this exersice?
gread job!
greetz
kruschlee 3 years ago
This exercise if for your back, hits more mid back/trap thickness. Idea here is to explode up while retaining that back arch and not moving at the hips or knees. I feel less lat involvement here as well, mostly mid back. A lot of old school guys, old strongmen would use this movement but they didn't call it "Pendlay Row". But everyone calls it that and know what it is so = Pendlay Row for easy understanding.
NikkiBoy21 3 years ago