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Split-stance dumbbell row

A compound exercise for the lats and upper back, with help from the biceps, rear delts. Equipment: dumbbells and flat bench.

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WorksLatsUpper backBicepsRear delts

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Staggered stance, one hand on a bench, the dumbbell in the other.
  2. Row the elbow back toward the hip
  3. Lower to a full stretch

Muscles worked

Split-stance dumbbell row: 3D figure mid-rep with the lats and upper back highlighted

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