Everything About Dumbbell Rows
I’m a huge fanboy of 3-Point Dumbbell Rows. Probably because I’m good at them but also because I’m not sure there is a better tool in the weight room to build strong and healthy shoulders.
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The problem is when you walk into most gyms you see this exercise getting absolutely butchered by gymgoers who look like Quasimodo or an overzealous landscaper trying to start his lawnmower.
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Here is how we can do the DB
Row correctly so that we can get the most out of it:
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🔺Give yourself enough space and find a stable stance. This is a STRENGTH exercise so get your feet wide, knees bent and your heels down. Make sure you are far enough from the bench so that you can hinge and fit the dumbbell.
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🔺Get your back in a good position. Extremes in spinal posture in either direction aren’t going to be ideal. Get a straight line between your head, t-spine and sacrum.
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🔺Move that scapula! The scap is the most mobile joint in the body is should retract AND protract. A healthy shoulder should be able to eccentrically protract. This especially important for throwing and overhead sports.
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I hope these tips help you out! Give this a try and let us know your thoughts in the comments! 💪🏽