Dumbbell Pronated Grip Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis, Deltoid Posterior, Brachialis, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Dumbbell Bent Over Row, Dumbbell Row
How to: Dumbbell Pronated Grip Row
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand.
- Bend at the hips and knees, keeping your back flat as you bring the dumbbells towards your waist.
- Pull the dumbbells upward, squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
- Lower the weights back down in a controlled manner to complete one rep.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much momentum to lift the weights.
- Allowing your back to arch excessively.
- Not fully engaging the shoulder blades during the row.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to focus on form and technique.
- Perform the exercise with one arm at a time for better control.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders.
- Engage your core throughout the movement for better stability.
- Control the weight on the way down to maximize muscle engagement.
Tags
back
strength
dumbbell
latissimus dorsi
grip strength
row