Exercise guide

Single-arm dumbbell row

Works your upper back and lats, with help from your rear delts and biceps. Dumbbells. Beginner friendly.

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Main musclesupper back and lats
Helpersrear delts and biceps
EquipmentDumbbells
LevelBeginner friendly
In your plan3 sets of 8-12 reps
Rest1 minute 30 seconds

How to do it

  1. Put one knee and the same-side hand on a bench, back flat, dumbbell in your other hand.
  2. Let the dumbbell hang straight down from your shoulder.
  3. Pull your elbow back past your body, squeezing your shoulder blade.
  4. Lower for 2 seconds until your arm is straight.
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