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Chest-Supported Row

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4
Sets
12
Reps
Dumbbell
Equipment
7.50
Cal/min

🎯 Muscles Worked

🎯
Primary
back
➕
Secondary
biceps

📋 How To Perform Chest-Supported Row

1
Lie chest-down on an incline bench, dumbbells or a bar hanging below you.
2
Pull the weight up toward your torso, driving elbows back.
3
Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the top.
4
Lower slowly under control to a full stretch.
5
The chest support removes momentum, keeping the tension strictly on your back.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Chest-Supported Row work?
Chest-Supported Row primarily targets the back, with the biceps working as secondary muscles.
How many sets and reps of Chest-Supported Row should I do?
A typical starting point is 4 sets of 12 reps, adjusted based on your goal and experience level.
What equipment do I need for Chest-Supported Row?
Chest-Supported Row requires a dumbbell.

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