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Dumbbell Incline Row

Dumbbell Incline Row is a beginner strength exercise using dumbbell. It works the middle back, with help from the biceps, forearms, lats and shoulders.

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Main muscles
middle back
Also works
biceps, forearms, lats, shoulders

How to do it

  1. Using a neutral grip, lean into an incline bench.
  2. Take a dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip, beginning with the arms straight. This will be your starting position.
  3. Retract the shoulder blades and flex the elbows to row the dumbbells to your side.
  4. Pause at the top of the motion, and then return to the starting position.

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General information, not medical advice: start light, learn the movement before adding weight, and ask a qualified coach or doctor if you are injured or unsure. Exercise data from the Free Exercise DB (public domain).

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