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December 14, 2025

Back Exercise: Renegade Rows

Renegade Rows Exercise Example VideoPrimary Muscle

Rhomboids (Back)

Secondary Muscles

Abdominals (core), Biceps

Equipment Needed

Two dumbbells

Mechanics Type

Compound

Proper Exercise Technique



This back exercise has the added benefit of strengthening your abdominal core and boosting your stamina. Grasp two dumbbells-hexagon ones if possible-and position yourself as though you were going to do wide grip push-ups.

But instead of placing your feet close together, spread them wider than shoulder width apart. Move into the 'up' push-up position. Your legs should be straight and your butt should be slightly raised. Once in position, raise one of the dumbbells up in a rowing motion, just like you do for a one-armed row.

Maintain the other arm in the same position, keep your back straight and stop when your elbow is just past your back. Pause for a one-count, return to the start position and perform the same movement using the other arm.

Renegade Rows Exercise - Start Position

Renegade Rows Exercise video exercise

Renegade Rows Exercise - Finish Position

Renegade Rows Exercise

Renegade Rows Back Exercise Video

 

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