Renegade Row (Dumbbell)
Learn how to do the Renegade Row (Dumbbell) with proper form, setup, and execution.
This dumbbell movement primarily targets back, including upper back, middle back.
How to Perform Renegade Row (Dumbbell)
- 1
Grab a pair of dumbbells and get into a push-up position with the dumbbells on the floor as handles.
- 2
Your body should be in a straight line from head to toe.
- 3
Retract your shoulder blades, engage your abs, and take a breath.
- 4
Row one dumbbell up toward your hip by driving your elbow back, keeping your hips level and exhale.
- 5
Lower it back to the floor and row the other side and breathe in.
- 6
Alternate sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Training Guidelines
The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.
| Goal | Sets | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strength | 3-5 | 4-6 | 2-3 min |
| Muscle Growth | 3-4 | 8-12 | 60-90 sec |
| Endurance | 2-3 | 15-20 | 30-60 sec |
| Beginner | 2-3 | 10-15 | 60-90 sec |
Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.