Dumbbell Bent over Single Arm Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Infraspinatus, Brachioradialis, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Single Arm Dumbbell Row
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Dumbbell Bent over Single Arm Row
- Start by standing with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in one hand.
- Bend at the hips and knees slightly, keeping your back straight and the other hand resting on a bench.
- Pull the dumbbell up towards your hip, keeping your elbow close to your body.
- Squeeze your back muscles at the top of the movement.
- Lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting with the lower back instead of the arms.
- Using too much momentum to complete the row.
- Not fully engaging the core.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to maintain form.
- Perform the exercise seated on a bench for added support.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to avoid strain on your lower back.
- Control the weight during both the lifting and lowering phases.
Dumbbell Bent over Single Arm Row Alternatives
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back
strength
dumbbell
muscle building
latissimus dorsi
upper body
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