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Chest-supported dumbbell row alternatives

Machine taken, missing equipment, or something doesn't feel right? These exercises train the same main muscles as the chest-supported dumbbell row, best matches first.

  1. Barbell rowTrains the upper back, same movement, needs barbell.
  2. Inverted rowTrains the upper back, same movement, needs squat rack and barbell.
  3. Kettlebell rowTrains the upper back, same movement, needs kettlebells.
  4. One-arm dumbbell rowTrains the upper back, same movement, needs dumbbells and flat bench.
  5. Ring rowTrains the upper back, same movement, needs gymnastic rings.
  6. Seated cable rowTrains the upper back, same movement, needs seated row machine.
  7. Doorway towel rowTrains the upper back, same movement, no equipment.

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