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Bent Over Dumbbell Rows

With dumbbells in hand, bend at the hip until hands hang just below the knees (similar to straight-legged-deadlift starting position). Keep upper body angle constant while contracting your lats to pull you ellbows back pinching the shoulder blades at the top. Try not to stand up with every rep, check hands go below knees on every rep.

Exercise Profile

Category
Isolation
Primary Muscle
Lats
Equipment
Swiss Ball
Difficulty
Intermediate

Recommended Sets & Reps

beginner
3 sets of 10-12 reps
intermediate
4 sets of 8-10 reps
advanced
4 sets of 6-8 reps

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Bent Over Dumbbell Rows work?

Bent Over Dumbbell Rows primarily targets the lats.

What equipment do I need for Bent Over Dumbbell Rows?

Bent Over Dumbbell Rows requires swiss ball.

Is Bent Over Dumbbell Rows good for beginners?

Bent Over Dumbbell Rows is rated intermediate difficulty. Some experience is recommended.

Is Bent Over Dumbbell Rows a compound or isolation exercise?

Bent Over Dumbbell Rows is a isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single joint and muscle group.