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Alternating Renegade Row

Primary
Middle Back
Secondary
Abdominals, Biceps, Chest, Lats, Triceps
Equipment
Kettlebells
Level
expert

Alternating Renegade Row demonstration

Alternating Renegade Row, starting position
Alternating Renegade Row, starting position
Alternating Renegade Row, finishing position
Alternating Renegade Row, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Place two kettlebells on the floor about shoulder width apart. Position yourself on your toes and your hands as though you were doing a pushup, with the body straight and extended. Use the handles of the kettlebells to support your upper body. You may need to position your feet wide for support.
  2. 2Push one kettlebell into the floor and row the other kettlebell, retracting the shoulder blade of the working side as you flex the elbow, pulling it to your side.
  3. 3Then lower the kettlebell to the floor and begin the kettlebell in the opposite hand. Repeat for several reps.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Middle BackAbdominalsBicepsChestLatsTriceps

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
pull
Mechanic
compound
Level
expert

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Alternating Renegade Row work?

Alternating Renegade Row primarily targets the Middle Back. It also works the Abdominals, Biceps, Chest, Lats, Triceps as secondary muscles.

What equipment do I need for Alternating Renegade Row?

Alternating Renegade Row requires Kettlebells.

Is Alternating Renegade Row suitable for beginners?

Alternating Renegade Row is classified as expert level. Beginners should master foundational movements first.

Alternatives to Alternating Renegade Row

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.