dumbbell bent over row
dumbbell bent over row is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and hold a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing your body.
Step 2
Bend forward at the hips, keeping your back straight and your core engaged.
Step 3
Let your arms hang straight down towards the floor, with your elbows slightly bent.
Step 4
Pull the dumbbells up towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Step 5
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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