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Kettlebell Gorilla Row

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Muscles worked

High load
Lats
Medium load
Biceps, Lower back, and Upper back
Low load
Forearms

Secondary muscles

How to do it

Place two kettlebells between your feet, take a wide stance, and hinge to grip them with a braced trunk. Row one bell toward its hip while the other remains planted, return it to the floor, and alternate sides without twisting.

Form cues

  • Keep your hips and shoulders square.
  • Pull each elbow toward its hip.

Safety

Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:

ShoulderElbowWristUpper backLower backHipKnee

This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.