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Chest-Supported Dumbbell Row

A primary horizontal pull movement for back.

Equipment

dumbbells, bench

Typical range

6–20 reps

Also trains

biceps, shoulders

Set up

Set an incline bench and lie with the chest supported.

Execute

Row both dumbbells toward the lower ribs without lifting from the pad.

Lower until the arms are long while the shoulders remain controlled.

Coaching cues

• Chest stays planted.
• Pull elbows toward pockets.

Common mistakes

• Extending the back to gain range.
• Shrugging at the top.