Starting a movement with a good stretch is a great way to maximize muscle growth stimulus.
This variation of the one-arm dumbbell row gives you a better stretch than the regular version.
Basically, it's an overhand row where you reach across your body at the start in order to get a bit of stretch on the upper back muscles at the start of the row (more than just letting the dumbbell hang straight down).
Set your feet out wide and keep the dumbbell within your base of support.
With the dumbbell in front of your right foot, reach across with your left, then lean to the left as you start the row. This gives you the stretch on the upper back.
Then row up and across into the top position.
Set the weight down in front of your left foot.
Then reach across with your right arm and repeat.
You will need to use a heavy enough weight that you can get a decent stretch when you lean over and the dumbbell doesn't just slide. I'm using a 125 lb dumbbell here and I think heavier will be better for me next time.
This feels really good on the core and for the muscles that stabilize the spine, due to the offset loading action during the movement.
I found this one quite good...not earthshaking but definitely worth testing out if you're looking for some effective variations of a rowing movement.
Another excellent rowing variation for the upper back is the Sandwich Row.
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