Alternating Kettlebell Row

Alternating Kettlebell Row — Start position
Start position
Alternating Kettlebell Row — End position
End position
Region
Thoracic & Back
Equipment
Kettlebells
Category
Strength
Level
Intermediate
Mechanic
isolation
Force
pull

Muscles worked

  • middle back
  • biceps
  • lats

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

  1. Place two kettlebells in front of your feet. Bend your knees slightly and push your butt out as much as possible. As you bend over to get into the starting position grab both kettlebells by the handles.

  2. Pull one kettlebell off of the floor while holding on to the other kettlebell. Retract the shoulder blade of the working side, as you flex the elbow, drawing the kettlebell towards your stomach or rib cage.

  3. Lower the kettlebell in the working arm and repeat with your other arm.

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