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How to Do Dumbbell Single Arm Row on Bench

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Form Cues

  1. 1

    Plant the same side hand and knee on the bench, keep back flat

  2. 2

    Drive elbow straight back

  3. 3

    Let the dumbbell hang fully at the bottom for a complete stretch before each pull

  4. 4

    Keep your working-side hip square, not rotating open as you row

Common Mistakes

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    Rotating the torso to lift heavier — strict form with lighter weight activates the lat far more effectively

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    Rounding the back instead of keeping it flat and parallel to the floor

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    Pulling with the bicep and letting the elbow drift out to the side instead of straight back

Equipment Variations

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    Dumbbell single arm row standing for free standing variation

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    Cable seated row as substitute

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