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Dumbbell Row Drag Plank

The Dumbbell Row Drag Plank mainly works the core, with help from the back and shoulders. You'll need: dumbbells.

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Required Equipment

Dumbbells
Dumbbells

Dumbbell Row Drag Plank Muscles Worked

Primary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques

Secondary

Lats (latissimus dorsi); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)

How to do the Dumbbell Row Drag Plank

Setup

  • Begin in a high plank position with your hands gripping a pair of dumbbells placed on the floor directly beneath your shoulders.

  • Maintain a straight line from your head to your heels (or knees if performing a modified version), keeping your hips level and core fully engaged.

Movement

  • Plant your right hand firmly on the dumbbell, shifting your weight slightly to maintain balance.

  • Use your left hand to reach across your body, grab the dumbbell, and drag it horizontally across the floor to the outside of your left hand.

  • Return your left hand to the floor.

  • Repeat on the opposite side, using your left hand as the anchor while you drag the right dumbbell across.

Form Tips

  • Minimize Hip Rotation: Focus on keeping your hips square to the floor rather than letting them rotate as you drag the weight.

  • Control: Perform the drag with a slow, controlled movement to maximize core stability activation.

Dumbbell Row Drag Plank FAQs

What muscles does the Dumbbell Row Drag Plank work?

The Dumbbell Row Drag Plank mainly works the core, with help from the back and shoulders. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.

What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Row Drag Plank?

Dumbbells.

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