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Upper Back Workouts with Dumbbells – A Complete Review

Terry ClarkBy Terry ClarkFebruary 15, 2023No Comments4 Mins Read
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Are you looking for a way to build and improve the appearance of your upper back muscles? A dumbbell workout can give you quick results. If you’re looking for a total body workout focusing on your upper back, you should consider adding dumbbells. Dumbbells are versatile and easy to use, making them ideal for strengthening and toning your upper back. In this article, we’ll discuss the best upper back dumbbell workout you can do in the comfort of your home.

Five Exercises for a Dumbbell Upper Back Workout

To begin, you’ll need two sets of dumbbells—one light set and one heavier set. You may opt for heavier or lighter weights depending on your strength level. The following exercises should be done in order without resting between exercises. Aim to do 8-12 reps per exercise with the light dumbbells and 4-6 reps with heavier ones.

Bent Over Rows –

The bent-over row is an excellent upper-back workout exercise to build upper-back muscles. Stand with feet hip-width apart and hold a pair of dumbbells at arm’s length in front of your hips. Bend knees slightly and hinge forward from hips so the torso is almost parallel to the floor, arms hanging straight down from shoulders. Pull elbows straight toward the ceiling while squeezing shoulder blades together; lower arms back down to start position while maintaining a slight bend in elbows throughout the movement.

Reverse Flyes –

Stand with feet hip-width apart, holding a pair of dumbbells at arm’s length in front of thighs; hinge forward from hips, so torso is almost parallel to the floor, arms hanging straight down from shoulders (like bent over rows). Raise arms out to sides until they form a T shape; pause briefly before returning arms down to the start position while maintaining a slight bend in elbows throughout the movement.

Upright Rows –

The upright rows are another great exercise to add to any upper back workout. Stand with feet hip-width apart, holding a pair of dumbbells at arm’s length in front of thighs; keep your chest lifted as you draw elbows straight up toward the ceiling, bringing weights to close together underneath chin; lower arms back down to start position while maintaining a slight bend in elbows throughout the movement (do not let weights touch each other).

Seated Rows –

Sit upright on the edge of a bench or chair with feet flat on the floor and hold two dumbbells at arm’s length directly beneath shoulders; lean torso slightly forward while extending arms straight out away from the body; pull elbows back behind body until they form a 90-degree angle at hips; pause briefly before returning arms out to start position while maintaining a slight bend in elbows throughout the movement (do not let weights touch each other).

Lat Pullovers –

Lie faceup on the floor holding two dumbbells above your chest with palms facing each other; extend both arms straight up so that they’re perpendicular to the bottom (arms will make an L shape); keeping abs engaged and head relaxed on the mat, slowly lower both arms overhead until wrists are just below ribcage; pause briefly before pulling both arms back up overhead while still keeping them shoulder width apart (do not let weights touch each other).

Conclusion on Dumbbell Upper Back Workout

This comprehensive upper back dumbbell workout will help strengthen and tone all the muscles along your upper spine—from shoulders down to mid-back! However, be sure not to forget proper form when performing these exercises, as the incorrect format can lead to injury or muscle strains/sprains over time.

Also, you need to select a workout program. If you are a beginner, you can incorporate upper back workouts with dumbbells into a 5×5, split day, or full-body workout. Intermediate and advanced bodybuilders can try post-exhaustion, pre-exhaustion, or german volume training.

Also, intermediate and advanced bodybuilders can use supersets and drop sets to get the most from an upper back workout. While intermediate and advanced bodybuilders show more versatility in their movements, beginners can experience the most significant gains with the most basic exercises and workout programs.

If you’re unsure how an exercise should be performed correctly, consult your trainer or healthcare provider for guidance! With patience, dedication, and regular practice sessions focused solely on improving your upper body strength through targeted workouts like this one, soon enough, you’ll feel more vital than ever!

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