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Standing Dumbbell Upright Row

Dumbbell Traps

The Standing Dumbbell Upright Row is a strength movement that targets your traps. Here's how to do it with clean form.

How to do the Standing Dumbbell Upright Row

  1. Stand holding dumbbells in front of your thighs, palms facing you.
  2. Pull both dumbbells up along your torso until they reach chin height.
  3. Lead with your elbows, keeping them higher than your wrists at all times.
  4. Lower with control; do not shrug your shoulders at the top.

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