Dumbbell Bent-Over Row

How to Bent-Over Row

You Should Feel This: Back

Exercise Families: Row

Equipment: Dumbbell

Trainer: Ashley Steele

Steps:

1. Bend-over at the waist holding a dumbbell in each hand. Keep your chin level, back arched, and feet hip-width apart.

2. Slide your shoulder blades back and drive your elbows toward the sky, pulling the weights up to the side of your rib cage. Pause briefly in the up-position, and lower the weights to the starting position and repeat the movement.

3. Be sure to engage your core to stabilize your spine. Focus on contracting your lower and middle back muscles throughout the movement.

4. You should feel this working the abs, back, glutes, and shoulders.

Alternative Exercises:

Barbell Bent-Over Row • Superwoman