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Dumbbell Upright Row demonstration

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Strength / Dumbbell

Dumbbell Upright Row

A compound pulling movement with dumbbells that targets the lateral deltoids and upper trapezius.

Equipment

Dumbbell

Experience

intermediate

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Front Delts · Biceps · Rhomboids

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand holding two dumbbells in front of your thighs, palms facing your body.

  2. 02

    Pull the dumbbells straight up along your body, leading with your elbows.

  3. 03

    Raise until the dumbbells reach chin height and elbows are above the wrists.

  4. 04

    Pause briefly, then lower with control.

  5. 05

    Repeat for the desired reps.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.