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    3. Dumbbell One Arm Upright Row

    Dumbbell One Arm Upright Row Exercise Guide

    Dumbbell One Arm Upright Row demonstration

    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Deltoid Lateral
    Equipment
    Dumbbell
    Body Part
    Shoulders
    Primary Muscle
    Deltoid Lateral
    Secondary Muscles
    Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Brachioradialis, Serratus Anterior, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Biceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
    Intensity
    medium
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    5.5
    Alternate Names
    Single Arm Upright Row

    How to: Dumbbell One Arm Upright Row

    1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart holding a dumbbell in one hand.
    2. Keeping your core tight, lift the dumbbell up towards your chin by raising your elbow higher than your wrist.
    3. Pause a moment at the top of the movement.
    4. Slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
    5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Common Mistakes

    • Hunching the shoulders instead of keeping them down.
    • Using excessive weight that causes form breakdown.
    • Overextending the elbows at the top of the movement.

    Modifications

    • Perform the exercise seated for better stability.
    • Use lighter weights or resistance bands if you are unable to lift heavy.

    Tips

    • Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the movement.
    • Use controlled motions to avoid injury.
    • Focus on lifting with your shoulders rather than using your arms excessively.

    Dumbbell One Arm Upright Row Alternatives

    Dumbbell One Arm Shoulder Press

    Dumbbell One Arm Shoulder Press

    Body Part: Shoulders

    Dumbbell One arm Wrist Curl

    Dumbbell One arm Wrist Curl

    Body Part: Forearms

    Dumbbell One Arm Lateral Raise

    Dumbbell One Arm Lateral Raise

    Body Part: Shoulders

    Tags

    shoulders
    deltoids
    strength
    upper body
    resistance training
    dumbbell

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