Dumbbell Bent Over Reverse Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Back
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Back
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Brachioradialis, Deltoids, Biceps, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Bent Over Dumbbell Row, Reverse Dumbbell Row
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Dumbbell Bent Over Reverse Row
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand.
- Hinge at your hips while keeping your back straight, allowing the dumbbells to hang in front of you.
- Pull the dumbbells towards your waist, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back during the row.
- Not engaging the core for stability.
- Using the arms instead of the back to lift the dumbbell.
Modifications
- Perform the row with lighter weights if you're experiencing discomfort.
- Use a bench for support to reduce strain on the lower back.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and hinge at the hips.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; lift the dumbbell in a controlled manner.
Dumbbell Bent Over Reverse Row Alternatives
Tags
strength
back
dumbbell
upper body
muscle gain
hypertrophy
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