Exercise technique

dumbbell incline row

The dumbbell incline row is a strength exercise targeting the upper back, performed on an incline bench with dumbbells. It emphasizes scapular retraction and upper back development while also engaging the biceps and shoulders.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
  2. Grab a dumbbell in each hand and sit on the bench with your chest against the incline.
  3. Extend your arms fully, allowing the dumbbells to hang straight down from your shoulders.
  4. Pull the dumbbells up towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Biceps, Shoulders.

Which programs include it?

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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