Neutral-grip Alternating Dumbbell Row
Muscle Groups: Upper back, Lats
Neutral-grip Alternating Dumbbell Row focuses on Upper back, Lats, with Biceps, Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Neutral-grip Alternating Dumbbell Row with proper form and technique.
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Stand in a wide sumo squat with your feet wider than shoulder-width and toes pointed slightly out.
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Hinge forward at your hips, keeping your back flat, and hold a dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip, palms facing each other.
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Pull one dumbbell up towards your hip, keeping your elbow close to your body.
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Squeeze your shoulder blade at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the floor with control.
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Repeat the movement on the opposite side, alternating arms with each repetition.
Secondary Muscles
While Neutral-grip Alternating Dumbbell Row primarily targets Upper back, Lats , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Biceps, Forearm . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Neutral-grip Alternating Dumbbell Row, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
