Exercise Comparison
Alternating Kettlebell Row vs Suspended Row
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Muscle Analysis
Shared
Instructions
Alternating Kettlebell Row
Place two kettlebells in front of your feet. Bend your knees slightly and push your butt out as much as possible. As you bend over to get into the starting position grab both kettlebells by the handles.
Pull one kettlebell off of the floor while holding on to the other kettlebell. Retract the shoulder blade of the working side, as you flex the elbow, drawing the kettlebell towards your stomach or rib cage.
Lower the kettlebell in the working arm and repeat with your other arm.
Suspended Row
Suspend your straps at around chest height. Take a handle in each hand and lean back. Keep your body erect and your head and chest up. Your arms should be fully extended. This will be your starting position.
Begin by flexing the elbow to initiate the movement. Protract your shoulder blades as you do so.
At the completion of the motion pause, and then return to the starting position.
Verdict
Both exercises target the middle back. Alternating Kettlebell Row is a intermediate exercise using kettlebells, while Suspended Row is beginner and uses other. Choose Suspended Row if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Alternating Kettlebell Row for a greater challenge. Suspended Row is a compound movement working multiple joints, making it better for overall strength. Alternating Kettlebell Row isolates the target muscle for focused development.