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Over the Bench Single Water Bottle Raising Row

Light-load version of the single-arm row ideal for beginners or high-rep work.

BackBeginnerStrengthPull

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: back & lats. Secondary: rear delts, core
Muscle groupBack
DifficultyBeginner
TypeStrength · Pull
Sets & reps3 sets × 10-12 each side
Estimated calories burned~4 kcal

How to do it

  1. Place one knee and hand on a bench for support.
  2. Hold a water bottle in the opposite hand and row it toward the hip.
  3. Squeeze the back at the top.
  4. Lower with control.
  5. Complete reps then switch sides.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Light-load version of the single-arm row ideal for beginners or high-rep work.

Common mistakes

Avoid rotating the torso or rushing the movement.

Make it harder

Progress to a dumbbell.

Make it easier

Reduce the range of motion.

Breathing

Exhale as you row, inhale as you lower.

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