Renegade Row
Learn how to do Renegade Row with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.
Renegade Row is a Dumbbells exercise that primarily targets the Lats, with secondary activation of the Biceps, Deep Core, Traps. It has a MET value of 5.5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 193 calories in a 30-minute session..
How to Do Renegade Row
A core and upper-body compound exercise combining a plank with a dumbbell row for strength and stability.
💡 Instructions:
Start in a high plank position holding a dumbbell in each hand, wrists stacked under shoulders, feet shoulder-width apart.
Keep your core braced and body in a straight line from head to heels.
Row one dumbbell toward your ribcage, keeping your elbow close to your body.
Lower it with control and repeat on the opposite side.
Avoid rotating your hips during the movement.
⚠️ Common mistakes:
Dropping or raising the hips
Rotating the torso excessively
Using momentum instead of controlled movement
Placing feet too close together, reducing stability
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Equipment
- Dumbbells
Calories Burned Doing Renegade Row
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MET 5.5Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)
Quick Facts: Renegade Row
- Type
- Dumbbells exercise
- Primary muscle
- Lats
- Secondary muscles
- Biceps, Deep Core, Traps
- MET value
- 5.5
- Calories (30 min, 70kg)
- ≈ 193 cal
- Video quality
- 4K with male and female demonstrations
FAQ: Renegade Row
What muscles does Renegade Row work?
Renegade Row primarily targets the Lats, with secondary engagement of the Biceps, Deep Core, Traps.
How do you do Renegade Row correctly?
A core and upper-body compound exercise combining a plank with a dumbbell row for strength and stability. 💡 Instructions: Start in a high plank position...
Is Renegade Row good for beginners?
Renegade Row has a MET value of 5.5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.
What equipment do you need for Renegade Row?
Renegade Row requires: Dumbbells.
What are the benefits of Renegade Row?
Renegade Row strengthens the Lats, engages the Biceps and Deep Core and Traps.
What exercises are similar to Renegade Row?
Similar exercises to Renegade Row include Barbell Bent Over Row, High Row – Machine, High Row – Pronated Grip Machine, Landmine Row.
Is Renegade Row better than Barbell Bent Over Row?
Both Renegade Row and Barbell Bent Over Row target the Lats. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.
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