One-Arm Bent-Over Dumbbell Row
Alternative Names
One-Arm Bent-Over DB Row, One-Arm Dumbbell Row (Three Points Supported), Single-Arm DB Bent-Over Row, Single-Arm Dumbbell Bent-Over Row
Muscles Worked
Legend
Description
This unilateral exercise targets the back, arms, and core. By working each side of the body separately, this exercise helps address muscle imbalances between both sides while increasing the demand to the core.
Benefits
- This exercise targets mainly the back, the arms, and the core muscles.
- This exercise helps address any muscle imbalances between both sides of the body with its unilateral set-up.
- This set-up also challenges the core throughout the movement.
Risks
- This exercise can injure the lower back, elbow and shoulders if not correctly executed.
- Proper execution and progression of resistance are a must to avoid injuries.
- Beginners should always start with light resistance and practice good form first.
Additional Information
Target Muscles
Back (Upper), Lats
Secondary Muscles
Biceps, Forearms, Rotator Cuff, Shoulders
Stabilizer Muscles
Abs, Back (Lower), Biceps, Glutes, Obliques, Quads, Shoulders, Triceps
Experience
Intermediate (2-3 years)
Equipment
1 x Dumbbell, Flat Bench
Exercise Type
Strength
Exertion
Cardio Intensity
Force
Pull
Mechanic
Compound
Force Detail
Unilateral
Functions
N/A
Intensity
N/A
Bearing
N/A
Impact
N/A
Utilities
N/A
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