Dumbbell Row

This is a great exercise for the big back muscles called the latissimus dorsi muscles, or “lats” for short. This exercise will help give you that v-shape to your back.

Get on a bench and grab a dumbbell in one hand (Photo 1).

Photo 1

Now, lift the weight as if you are starting a lawn mower (Photo 2),

Photo 2

and slowly lower it (Photo 1).

Photo 1

Use a weight that you can do about 12 repetitions with the last few being difficult. Do the other arm and repeat the cycle 2 or 3 times (2-3 sets). Take a minute or so between sets. Remember to keep your back arched, and look up.

As with all exercises stop if you feel any pain.

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