Dumbbell Bent Over Row with Chest Support Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Back
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Back
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Arms, Brachioradialis, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Deltoid Posterior, Shoulders
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Bent Over Dumbbell Row with Chest Support
How to: Dumbbell Bent Over Row with Chest Support
- Sit on a bench with your chest supported.
- Grab a dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip.
- Let your arms hang straight down, then pull the weights to your sides, engaging your back muscles.
- Lower the weights back down in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back
- Using too much momentum
- Not engaging the core
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to ensure proper form.
- Perform with one arm at a time if full range is difficult.
Tips
- Keep your back straight while performing the row.
- Use a chest support to prevent strain on your lower back.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
Dumbbell Bent Over Row with Chest Support Alternatives
Tags
back
dumbbell
strength
rows
shoulders
muscle building