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Back

Kroc Row

Primary muscle
Back
Also works
Biceps, Forearms
Equipment
Dumbbell
Movement pattern
Horizontal pull
Role in a program
Primary

How to do it

Support yourself on a bench and hold a heavy dumbbell in one hand with a slight hip hinge. Row the dumbbell explosively to your hip for high reps using a small amount of body english, then control the descent.

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Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the back — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.

No-equipment alternatives

Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the back: