Strength

Dumbbell Wide Bent Over Row

The Dumbbell Wide Bent Over Row exercise targets your upper back and shoulder muscles, aiding in improved posture and enhanced upper body strength through pulling motions.

View all exercises

Dumbbell Wide Bent Over Row instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Stand holding a dumbbell in each hand, with your arms hanging straight down and your palms facing each other.

2

Bend slightly at the knees while pushing your buttocks back, keeping your back straight and leaning your body forward to about 45 degrees.

3

Pull the dumbbells up to the sides of your torso, make sure your elbows make a 90-degree angle when you do this.

4

Pause at the top, then lower the dumbbells in a controlled manner along the same path.

5

Repeat the movement for the programmed number of reps, ensuring your core is engaged and your body stays still throughout the motion.

Stand holding a dumbbell in each hand, with your arms hanging straight down and your palms facing each other.

Bend slightly at the knees while pushing your buttocks back, keeping your back straight and leaning your body forward to about 45 degrees.

Pull the dumbbells up to the sides of your torso, make sure your elbows make a 90-degree angle when you do this.

Pause at the top, then lower the dumbbells in a controlled manner along the same path.

Repeat the movement for the programmed number of reps, ensuring your core is engaged and your body stays still throughout the motion.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

This is some text inside of a div block.

Back

Front

Strength distributions

This graph shows how much weight men and women could lift for a single maximum-effort rep.

Explore other exercises

Seated EZ Bar Curl

The Seated EZ Bar Curl is an effective bicep exercise for strengthening upper arms, boosting muscle definition, and improving upper body stability, with a hand position that reduces wrist and forearm strain.

Incline Pike Push Up

Incline Pike Push Up is a bodyweight exercise targeting the upper body and shoulders. It mimics the overhead press, helping build strength and shoulder stability while engaging the core for improved balance.

Band Pistol Squat

The Band Pistol Squat is a comprehensive lower-body exercise to improve strength, stability, and balance in thighs and buttocks. It combines a resistance band with a single-leg squat for targeted muscle training and coordination.

Start your fitness journey today

Enjoying exercises like Dumbbell Wide Bent Over Row, but want more personalization? Join trainwell to build a stronger, healthier, and more confident version of you.

Work with a trainer