Renegade Row Bodyweight

Level
beginner
Force
pull
Mechanic
compound
Category
strength

A bodyweight variation of the renegade row where you alternate reaching forward during a push-up position, building core stability and upper body strength.

Instructions

  1. Start in a push-up position with hands shoulder-width apart and your body in a straight line from head to heels.
  2. Lower your body by bending your elbows until your chest is a few inches from the ground.
  3. Push yourself back to the starting position.
  4. At the top, shift your weight to your right arm and reach your left arm forward past your head.
  5. Return your left hand to the starting position.
  6. Repeat the push-up and reach with your right arm to complete one full repetition.
  7. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
  8. Keep your hips level and core tight throughout the movement.

Tips

  • Focus on maintaining a straight body line without sagging hips or rotating your torso.
  • Move slowly and deliberately to maximize core engagement and stability.
  • The reach component challenges balance and anti-rotation strength.
  • If too difficult, perform the movement with knees on the ground for a reduced intensity.
  • Wider foot placement increases stability during the reaching phase.
  • This exercise is excellent for building core stability and functional strength.

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
Gain strength 3 7 reps
Build muscle 3 10 reps
Build endurance 3 14 reps

Alternatives

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