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Dumbbell Upright Row

intermediate Dumbbell

Shoulder and trap exercise pulling dumbbells vertically.

Primary Muscles

Lateral delts Traps

Secondary Muscles

Biceps Front delts

Instructions

Hold dumbbells in front, pull up leading with elbows until handles reach chin height, lower with control.

Common Mistakes

Elbows dropping below wrists, going too heavy, impingement risk with narrow grip.

Variations

  • Barbell Upright Row
  • Cable Upright Row
  • Wide Grip Upright Row