Chest-Supported Dumbbell Row

Step-by-step technique for Chest-Supported Dumbbell Row, an exercise for upper back using dumbbells. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

Technique video

How to do it

  1. Lie face-down against an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand.
  2. Let your arms hang straight.
  3. Pull the dumbbells up toward your hips.
  4. Lower under control to straight arms.
Coach tip: Squeeze your shoulder blades at the top of each rep.

Muscles worked

Primary: Upper Back
Secondary: Lats, Rear Delts, Biceps

Chest-Supported Dumbbell Row is a strength exercise that loads the upper back using dumbbells. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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