Upright row with barbell standing

Start the pull by driving the elbows in the direction required by the exercise and let the shoulder blades move naturally. Return slowly without suddenly releasing the tension. Prioritize control over speed. Maintain useful tension through the range and deliberately reset the starting position before the next repetition.

Do not turn the final repetitions into fast or partial movements. Aim to load abdominals, shoulders, lower back and neck and upper trapezius without sacrificing position; at intermediate level, progress control first and then add load, repetitions or complexity.