Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row
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The Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row is a compound exercise that mainly works the back and shoulders, with help from the traps. You'll need: dumbbells or incline bench.


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Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row Muscles Worked
Primary
Lats (latissimus dorsi); Rear Shoulder (Delts) (posterior deltoid)
Secondary
Rhomboids (Shoulder Blade) (rhomboids, major & minor); Mid Traps (trapezius, middle fibers)
Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row
Set up an incline bench at a 30-45 degree angle.
Grab a pair of dumbbells with a neutral grip (palms facing each other).
Lie face down on the bench with your chest firmly against the padding, legs straight, and feet planted on the floor for stability.
Let your arms hang straight down toward the floor with the dumbbells directly under your shoulders.
Brace your core and make sure you maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise.
Pull the dumbbells towards your waist by bending your elbows and squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Lift the dumbbells until they are near your lower ribs or waist, keeping your elbows pointed up and out to the sides.
Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position in a controlled manner, feeling a stretch in your back muscles.
Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
Be sure to keep your head in line with your spine and avoid any jerking motions. The entire movement should be smooth and controlled, focusing on engaging the target muscle groups.
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Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row work?
The Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row mainly works the back and shoulders, with help from the traps. The main muscles are the latissimus dorsi and posterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row?
Dumbbells or incline bench.
Is the Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row go on?
It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Dumbbell Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Band Bench Incline Two-Arm Hammer-Grip Row, Barbell Incline Rear-Delt Row, Barbell Incline Row and Barbell Supinated Pendlay Row.
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