Fast Side Plank Dumbbell Row
Builds strength and muscle in the obliques, lats
Core & AbsBeginnerStrengthRow
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Obliques, lats. Secondary: Core, shoulders, biceps |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Row |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~45 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Set up in the starting position with core braced
- Step 2: Move through the full range with control, targeting the obliques, lats
- Step 3: Pause briefly and squeeze at the hardest point
- Step 4: Return slowly under control
- Step 5: Complete all reps, then switch sides if single-sided
Equipment
- Dumbbells optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Builds strength and muscle in the obliques, lats
Common mistakes
Shrugging shoulders or jerking the weight
Make it harder
Slow the tempo or add resistance
Make it easier
Reduce the load or range of motion
Breathing
Exhale on effort, inhale on the return
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