Equipmentdumbbell
Difficultybeginner
deltsshoulders
Dumbbell Upright Row
The dumbbell upright row is a strength exercise targeting the deltoids, with secondary emphasis on the traps and biceps. It involves lifting dumbbells from thigh level to chin height, leading with the elbows.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip.
- 2.Let the dumbbells hang in front of your thighs, with your arms fully extended.
- 3.Keeping your back straight and your core engaged, exhale and lift the dumbbells straight up towards your chin, leading with your elbows.
- 4.Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale and slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.
- 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
trapsbiceps
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