EZ-Bar Standing Upright Row

- Weight plates (optional for resistance)
1. Starting Position:
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grasp the EZ bar with an overhand grip (palms facing you) and hands positioned just inside the curve of the bar.
- Let the bar hang in front of you at thigh level, with your arms fully extended.
- Keep your elbows slightly bent and your shoulders relaxed.

2. Engage Your Core:
- Tighten your abdominal muscles to stabilize your torso.
- Maintain a straight back and keep your chest lifted.

3. Movement:
- Inhale deeply.
- As you exhale, pull the EZ bar straight up towards your chin.
- Keep your elbows higher than your wrists throughout the movement.
- Your hands should remain close to your body as you raise the bar.

4. Upper Position:
- Lift the bar until it is around chin level or slightly below.
- Hold this position for a moment, squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top.

5. Lowering the Bar:
- Slowly lower the EZ bar back to the starting position while controlling the movement.
- Make sure to keep your elbows slightly bent as you lower the bar.

6. Repetitions:
- Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions, typically 8-12 for beginners.

7. Tips:
- Ensure you use a weight that allows you to maintain proper form.
- Avoid leaning back or using momentum; focus on using your shoulder muscles.
- If you're new to this exercise, start without weights to master the form.

8. Cooldown:
- After completing your sets, spend a few minutes stretching your shoulders and upper back to help recover.