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Exercise: Dumbbell Row

Main Muscle Worked: Middle Back

Other Muscles Worked: Biceps, Lats

Equipment: Dumbbell

Type of Exercise: Compound

Welcome to the full guide on how to perform Dumbbell Row from Built Fit. Below you will learn how to perfect your form and technique for this exercise. Be sure to read the information on how to start and perform the exercise and then view the images and video to see it in action. Built Fit stresses the importance on perfecting the form of Dumbbell Row before you begin adding additional weight.

Starting Position: Grab a dumbbell and find a flat bench. Start with your right leg on the ground and your left knee and lower leg on the bench as you are standing. Hold the dumbbell in your right hand. Bend at your waist so your upper body is about parallel to the ground. Head should be up and straight ahead. Rest your left elbow on the bench for support. The dumbbell should be handing in your right arm towards the ground.

Performing the Exercise: Slowly raise the weight so you elbow is as high as it can go and return the dumbbell to the starting position. Perform the exercise with the left hand now in the opposite starting position.

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