Beginner
Dumbbell row
A bent-over row with a dumbbell. Each side works on its own.
- Works
- Lats, Mid back, Rear shoulders, Biceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbells
How to do it
- 1Hinge forward with a flat back, holding a dumbbell in one hand. Support yourself on a bench with the other.
- 2Let the dumbbell hang straight down.
- 3Pull it towards your hip, keeping your elbow close to your body.
- 4Lower it until your arm is straight, then repeat. Switch sides after the set.
Coach's tips
- Imagine starting a lawnmower, slowly.
Dumbbells taken? Do this instead
Same muscles, different equipment. Closest match first.