If you’re looking to build a more complete back, FST-7 training founder Hany Rambod has a few tips. In a recent Instagram reel, the bodybuilding coach implored lifters to drive the weight toward the obliques when performing dumbbell rows.
Hany Rambod is arguably the most successful bodybuilding coach to come out of the sport. In the past, he helped mold legendary talents like former four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler and seven-time Olympia champion Phil Heath.
His training expertise is still on display. He coached Derek Lunsford to become the sport’s first two-division Mr. Olympia champion and guided Hadi Choopan to Open gold at the 2022 Mr. Olympia show. His work goes beyond the Open class. He also mentors and coaches reigning five-time Classic Physique Olympia Chris Bumstead.
Hany Rambod Gives Tips for Optimizing Dumbbell Rows: ‘Control the Weight & Don’t Let It Control You’
Rambod says to drive the weight toward the oblique, keep your hands parallel to the ground, and control the weight for the best results while performing dumbbell rows.
– Drive the weight right towards your oblique
– Keep your hand straight/parallel to the ground
– Control the weight & don’t let it control you!
Oftentimes, Rambod explains that people make the mistake of coming down too far or going up too high during repetitions.
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“So, if you notice how he’s doing great form, controlling the weight, not letting it control him. So, some people will end up coming down into their thigh, other people go really really high into the chest. You want to bring it right to your oblique.”
Another Pro tip: Rambod advised lifters to not let their thumbs or pinkies go down.
“There are little slight variations if you want to go higher or a little bit lower but for the most part, always try to bring it straight to your oblique and make sure your hand is straight. Do not let your thumb go downwards or your pinky go down. Make sure you keep it almost parallel with the ground,” shared Hany Rambod.
This wasn’t Hany Rambod’s first time offering clutch workout advice to the masses. He revealed his top three favorite exercises for spurring bicep growth. Among his top choices were spider curls, hammer curls, and drag curls.
With an all-time great coaching reputation, learning workout techniques from an accomplished name like Rambod could help take your training to the next level. Feel free to try out his tips for a better dumbbell row on your next back day.
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