Dumbbell Upright Row
Description
This exercise involves holding a dumbbell in each hand and lifting them up towards the chin, keeping the elbows high and close to the body. It primarily targets the shoulders and upper back muscles.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Dumbbell Upright Row Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip.
- Let the dumbbells hang at arm’s length in front of your thighs.
- Keeping your elbows close to your body, lift the dumbbells straight up to your chest, leading with your elbows.
- Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Upright Row Form & Visual
Dumbbell Upright Row Benefits
- Targets the shoulders, specifically the deltoids and traps
- Improves shoulder strength and stability
- Can help improve posture by strengthening the upper back muscles
- Can be modified to target different areas of the shoulders by adjusting grip width and hand position
- Can be done with a variety of equipment, including dumbbells, barbells, and resistance bands
Dumbbell Upright Row Muscles Worked
- Trapezius
- Deltoids
- Rotator Cuff
- Biceps
- Forearms
Dumbbell Upright Row Variations & Alternatives
- Barbell Upright Row
- Cable Upright Row
- Smith Machine Upright Row
- Kettlebell Upright Row
- Resistance Band Upright Row
- Plate Upright Row
- Dumbbell Lateral Raise
- Dumbbell Front Raise
- Dumbbell Shoulder Press
