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FULL BODY · COMPOUND

Renegade Row

A plank-based dumbbell row combining upper-body pulling with anti-rotation control.

Primary musclesBack, Core
Secondary musclesBiceps, Shoulders, Glutes
EquipmentDumbbells
DifficultyAdvanced · Horizontal Pull

How to perform

  1. Set the dumbbells under the shoulders and establish a stable plank.
  2. Row one dumbbell toward the hip without twisting.
  3. Lower it and alternate sides.

Tips

  • Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
  • Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the back as the intended focus.

Common mistakes

  • Using more load or speed than you can control.
  • Losing stable body position during the difficult portion.

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