Chest-Supported DB Row

A compound dumbbell exercise for the latissimus dorsi.

  • Back
  • Dumbbell
  • Compound

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Muscles worked

MainLatissimus dorsi
AlsoRhomboids, Trapezius, Biceps brachii

Setup

The bench support removes lower-back involvement so you can focus on the mid-back.

How to do it well

  • Lie chest-down on an incline bench
  • Row the dumbbells to the hips
  • Squeeze the shoulder blades together

Common mistakes

  • Peeling the chest off the pad
  • Shrugging instead of rowing

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.