Double Kettlebell Renegade Row

Level
intermediate
Force
pull
Mechanic
compound
Equipment
kettlebells
Category
strength
Primary Muscles

A plank variation where kettlebells are rowed while maintaining a stable plank position.

Instructions

  1. Begin in a plank position with hands gripping two kettlebells positioned under your shoulders.
  2. Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels with core engaged.
  3. Row one kettlebell up to your hip while stabilizing with the opposite arm and leg.
  4. Return the kettlebell to the ground with control.
  5. Alternate sides and repeat for the prescribed number of repetitions.

Tips

  • Prevent your hips from rotating or shifting during the row to maintain spinal stability.
  • Squeeze your back muscles at the top of each row for maximum contraction.
  • Keep kettlebells positioned close to your body to reduce stress on your lower back.
  • Perform the movement deliberately and avoid swinging or momentum.

Recommended starting values

Sensible novice starting points for each goal, for a lifter aged 25–40. Scale down for smaller frames or older lifters. Treat the first set of any session as a discovery set.

Goal Sets Reps Weight
Male Female
Gain strength 3 7 reps 13 kg 9 kg
Build muscle 3 10 reps 12 kg 8 kg
Build endurance 3 14 reps 9 kg 6 kg

Alternatives

Exercises that target the same muscles with the same force and mechanic.

expert strength
beginner strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength
beginner strength
intermediate strength
beginner strength
Bent-Over Row Reverse-Grip (Barbell)

Bent-Over Row Reverse-Grip (Barbell)

Learn more about bent-over row reverse-grip (barbell)
intermediate strength
beginner strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength

Chest-Supported Incline Row (Dumbbell)

Learn more about chest-supported incline row (dumbbell)
intermediate strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
intermediate strength
beginner strength
intermediate strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
intermediate strength
beginner strength
intermediate strength
expert strength
beginner strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
beginner strength
intermediate strength
beginner strength
intermediate strength
beginner strength
intermediate strength
intermediate strength