Bent-over Row -- Dumbbells
Purposes
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Latissimus dorsi ("wing" muscle) strength
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Rear deltoid strength
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Upper back strength
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Biceps strength
Description
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Holding the dumbbells in your hands, bend forward while shifting the hips back.
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Keep your back straight and your chest up at all time.
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With your elbows leading, lift the dumbbells toward your ribcage.
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Return slowly to the starting position.
ProTip
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When bending, shift the hips back so that you maintain good balance over your feet
Mistakes
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Not bent over enough
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Rounding the back
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Cocking the head
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Heaving the body excessively