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Single Arm Upper Arm Back Row

Upper Back Dumbbell

Description

The single arm upper back row is an upper-body exercise that targets the upper back, rhomboids, and rear shoulders while also engaging the biceps. Training one arm at a time helps improve muscle balance and pulling strength. This exercise is effective for building a stronger upper back and improving posture.

How To

01 Brace one hand on a bench, dumbbell in the other
02 Keep your back flat and your core engaged
03 Drive your elbow up and out toward your upper ribs
04 Squeeze your shoulder blade hard at the top
05 Lower with control, then switch sides

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