dumbbell incline row
dumbbell incline row is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
Step 2
Grab a dumbbell in each hand and sit on the bench with your chest against the incline.
Step 3
Extend your arms fully, allowing the dumbbells to hang straight down from your shoulders.
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 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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