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If barbell rows were hard on your lower back, it's probably because you have or had a weak lower back. Increasing reps is a way to progress.
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Yeah, I've had a bad back for a few years.. Hurt it at work.. But increasing the reps is a good idea..
I'll start up again with barbell rows, thanks..
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Periodization & progressive overload. They're the whole theme behind your training method and it's something that you apparently know nothing about. Increase your the weights you're lifting every workout or every week by 5 pounds. If you lose form or are unable to finish, then set your weight back for that particular exercise about 20lbs and start your progression over again.
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No, I knew I was supposed to be increasing it by 5 lbs every week, and I did, until I started hitting the wall..
What I DIDN'T know was that I was supposed to set the weight back 20lbs at that point..
I thought I should just keep at it till I can do that weight with good form (or at least make my 5), THEN bump it up..
How does backing off that much help, over continuing with the amount of weight you're having problems with??
I'll put deadlifts, rows, and squats back in the rotation (well, I'll see about squats.. If my knees rebel, they're off.. Like I say, it ain't worth bum knees), and I'll video myself once I've shaken the rust off..