Renegade Row

Muscle Groups: Back, Shoulders, Abs, Triceps

Renegade Row focuses on Back, Shoulders, Abs, Triceps, with Chest, Abs working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Renegade Row with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Start in a high plank position with your hands gripping dumbbells on the floor, directly under your shoulders.

  2. 2

    Your feet should be hip-width apart, and your body should form a straight line from head to heels.

  3. 3

    Keeping your core tight and hips stable, pull one dumbbell up towards your chest, leading with your elbow.

  4. 4

    Squeeze your shoulder blade at the top of the movement, ensuring your elbow points towards the ceiling.

  5. 5

    Slowly lower the dumbbell back to the floor with control, maintaining your plank position.

  6. 6

    Repeat the movement on the other side, rowing the second dumbbell towards your chest.

Secondary Muscles

While Renegade Row primarily targets Back, Shoulders, Abs, Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Chest, Abs . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.

Related Exercises

If you enjoyed Renegade Row, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Renegade 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.

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