Kettlebell Gorilla Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Gorilla Row
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Kettlebell Gorilla Row
- Start in a bent-over position with one kettlebell in each hand.
- Engage your core and ensure your back is flat.
- Row the kettlebell towards your hip, squeezing your shoulder blade.
- Alternating arms, repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting with the back instead of the arms and shoulders.
- Not keeping hips stable during the movement.
- Letting the kettlebell drop too low.
Modifications
- Perform the row with a lighter kettlebell.
- Use a resistance band if kettlebells are not accessible.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum by performing the row slowly and in control.
- You can use a bench for stability if needed.
Kettlebell Gorilla Row Alternatives
Tags
back
kettlebell
strength
rows
Latissimus Dorsi
upper body
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