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Dumbbell one arm bent-over row

The dumbbell one arm bent-over row is a strength exercise targeting the upper back muscles. It involves bending over at the waist while keeping the back straight and pulling a dumbbell towards the hip with one arm.

How to perform: Dumbbell one arm bent-over row

At a glance

Area
Back
Main muscle
Upper back
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Intermediate

Form tips

  • Keep your back straight and core engaged.
  • Pull the dumbbell towards your hip, not your shoulder.
  • Avoid using momentum to lift the weight.
  • Control the movement on the way down.

What to watch out for

  • Lower back pain or injury
  • Shoulder impingement
  • Rotator cuff injury

Also known as

Rematore con manubrio a un braccio, Single Arm Dumbbell Row, One Arm Dumbbell Row, Back Exercise, Upper Back Exercise

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