Dumbbell Upright Row

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Learn how to do the Dumbbell Upright Row with proper form and technique. This dumbbell exercise primarily targets your Delts, with secondary emphasis on Traps, Biceps.

Dumbbell Upright Row exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Dumbbell Upright Row

Follow these steps to perform the Dumbbell Upright Row with correct form:

  1. 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip.
  2. 2Let the dumbbells hang in front of your thighs, with your arms fully extended.
  3. 3Keeping your back straight and your core engaged, exhale and lift the dumbbells straight up towards your chin, leading with your elbows.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale and slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Dumbbell Upright Row Muscles Worked

Primary

delts

Secondary

trapsbiceps

Exercise Details

Equipment
dumbbell
Body Part
shoulders
Category
Main

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Dumbbell Upright Row work?

The Dumbbell Upright Row primarily targets your Delts. Secondary muscles worked include Traps, Biceps. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your shoulders.

What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Upright Row?

The Dumbbell Upright Row requires dumbbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Dumbbell Upright Row with proper form?

Start by stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip.. Let the dumbbells hang in front of your thighs, with your arms fully extended. Keeping your back straight and your core engaged, exhale and lift the dumbbells straight up towards your chin, leading with your elbows. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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