A simple yet powerful strength-training move recommended by U.S. fitness experts to fight aging, sedentary habits, and poor posture caused by desk work.

Bent over rows are a key exercise for maintaining lean muscle and strength in the back. Intermountain Health exercise specialist Jeffrey Beck says strong back muscles can even help prevent injuries.

As barbell back exercises go, bent over rows are certainly up there. You can load up the bar and shift enough weight to build a broad, resilient and wide back, while also challenging your glute and ...