Bent Over Balance Row, Double-Handed

General And Specifics

• this exercise combines strength and balance
• it can be challenging for beginners

Starting Position

• take a dumbbell or kettlebell with each hand
• position the feet hip width apart on the floor
• bent the upper body forward until it is almost parallel to the floor
• simultaneously, lift one leg
• both arms hang down slightly bent below your shoulders
• the palms point to each other
• the supporting leg is bent a bit, too
• the back is upright, the head in extension to the spine

Correct Execution

• hold the body stable and the leg up while you bend the arms and pull up the weights
• the shoulder blades move towards each other
• the elbows lead the movement
• guide them past the torso
• in the final position, the weights are next to the torso
• pause shortly
• lower the weights, the arms are always bent at least a bit
• after some reps, switch the legs for a consistent back workout

tip for the workout

• the exercise becomes easier, if you do it with one arm and adhere to a tool for more stability