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One-Arm Kettlebell Row

Main muscles
Middle back
Also works
Biceps, Lats
Equipment
Kettlebell
Level
Intermediate
Type
Compound · Pull

How to do it

  1. Place a kettlebell in front of your feet. Bend your knees slightly and then push your butt out as much as possible as you bend over to get in the starting position. Grab the kettlebell and pull it to your stomach, retracting your shoulder blade and flexing the elbow. Keep your back straight. Lower and repeat.

Quick answers

What muscles does the One-Arm Kettlebell Row work?
Mainly the middle back, with help from the biceps, lats.
What equipment do I need?
Kettlebell.
Is it good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate level.
How do I track progress on it?
Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.

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