Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
How to: Dante Row (Standing 1 Arm Hammer Low Row)
Here’s the second move nicknamed the Dante Row a la @dante_trudel on a low Hammer Row machine (and this one you can actually call it that properly while the other move is technically coined a High Pull that others call a DT Row).
BACKGROUND INFO:
Hammer equipment is universal because they have very few moving parts and no silly plastic coverings which means they are built to last with minimal upkeep costs by gyms.
Seriously, all you gym owners out there - skip the cheaply made yet massive crap that’s coming out of Asia and you’ll only have to worry about floor planning for maximizing space, NOT maintenance!
Now yes, Hammer Strength doesn’t always have the best biomechanics in terms of matching our body’s natural strength profiles; but hey, train hard as hell on what you have available and it probably won’t matter.
EXECUTION INFO:
For the love of all that is holy, use your straps and take an open thumb grip, grabbing towards the bottom of the handle if possible to maximize the stretch.
I like a staggered stance to eliminate excessive cheating by rotating my torso as you see here, while bracing against the pad with my forearm (the other version I referenced is where I simply hold on to the chest pad for dear life with my opposite arm - that will be harder than this setup).
As with all chest supported movements, take a big breath in and brace and THEN initiate your pull otherwise it will be uncomfortable and hard to keep your breathing going as the set progresses.
Drive your elbow back behind you and squeeze like hell - the contraction I feel on this is insane.
Control the weight back and allow your shoulder blade to protract/stretch out at the bottom to maximize your back gains - I personally use a metronome which I recognize isn’t for everyone but that’s how my brain works.
Trust me, you progress this sucker and your back will grow grow grow!
Want to train like an Educated Meathead?
Hit my bio link to sign up for a video consult, the best workout program of your life, take my Bodybuilding Anatomy & Meathead Biomechanics 101 course, or purchase a seminar recording.
PERFORMANCE chiropractic in the Houston Bay Area via bio link as well.
#backworkout #backday #meatheadbiomechanics #bodybuilding #hypertrophy
This is for entertainment and education only; this is NOT direct medical advice.
Dr. Christopher “Marv” Marvin DC is a performance-based chiropractor and the owner of Coastal Performance Chiropractic in Seabrook, Texas. He specializes in bridging the gap between rehab and high-level performance for athletes and active individuals.
He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College West as class valedictorian and has over 18 years of experience in fitness, nutrition, and strength & conditioning. Dr. Marv has worked with athletes at the Arnold Sports Festival, including the World’s Strongest Firefighter competition, and was one of only four chiropractors at the Official Strongman Games World Finals.
He currently serves as the team chiropractor for the Bay Area Rugby Clubs and has led strength & conditioning programming at the collegiate level. In addition, he is the creator of the Educated Meathead platform with his Bodybuilding Anatomy & Meathead Biomechanics 101 course, seminar recordings, and workout programs. He also is a co-host of the Between Two Dumbbells podcast and has spoken at over 20 locations nationwide.
His mission is simple: help people understand that they are not broken—and get them back to performing at their highest level.
📲 SOCIALS:
Instagram → instagram.com/dr.marvin.saysdc
The Educated Meathead → instagram.com/theeducatedmeathead_com
🌐 WEBSITE:
The Educated Meathead → TheEducatedMeathead.com
(Consults for non-TX residents, workout programs, seminar recordings)
🏥 PERFORMANCE CHIROPRACTIC:
coastalperformancechiro.com
Houston Bay Area | In-person care + Telemedicine & Nutrition Coaching (TX residents)
🎓 ONLINE COURSE:
Bodybuilding Anatomy & Meathead Biomechanics 101
tinyurl.com/mv8hbzdn
🧬 STEM CELL CONSULT (Referral Only):
Longview Regeneration & Wellness 📞 903-753-0700
(mention Dr. Marv / Coastal Performance Chiropractic)
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Rapid Reboot Compression:
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Code: DRMARVINSAYS
Microlight Cold Laser Therapy:
Contact Dr. Marv directly for referral pricing
Toe Pro:
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How to: Dante Row (Standing 1 Arm Hammer Low Row)
Here’s the second move nicknamed the Dante Row a la @dante_trudel on a low Hammer Row machine (and this one you can actually call it that properly while the other move is technically coined a High Pull that others call a DT Row).
BACKGROUND INFO:
Hammer equipment is universal because they have very few moving parts and no silly plastic coverings which means they are built to last with minimal upkeep costs by gyms.
Seriously, all you gym owners out there - skip the cheaply made yet massive crap that’s coming out of Asia and you’ll only have to worry about floor planning for maximizing space, NOT maintenance!
Now yes, Hammer Strength doesn’t always have the best biomechanics in terms of matching our body’s natural strength profiles; but hey, train hard as hell on what you have available and it probably won’t matter.
EXECUTION INFO:
For the love of all that is holy, use your straps and take an open thumb grip, grabbing towards the bottom of the handle if possible to maximize the stretch.
I like a staggered stance to eliminate excessive cheating by rotating my torso as you see here, while bracing against the pad with my forearm (the other version I referenced is where I simply hold on to the chest pad for dear life with my opposite arm - that will be harder than this setup).
As with all chest supported movements, take a big breath in and brace and THEN initiate your pull otherwise it will be uncomfortable and hard to keep your breathing going as the set progresses.
Drive your elbow back behind you and squeeze like hell - the contraction I feel on this is insane.
Control the weight back and allow your shoulder blade to protract/stretch out at the bottom to maximize your back gains - I personally use a metronome which I recognize isn’t for everyone but that’s how my brain works.
Trust me, you progress this sucker and your back will grow grow grow!
Want to train like an Educated Meathead?
Hit my bio link to sign up for a video consult, the best workout program of your life, take my Bodybuilding Anatomy & Meathead Biomechanics 101 course, or purchase a seminar recording.
PERFORMANCE chiropractic in the Houston Bay Area via bio link as well.
#backworkout #backday #meatheadbiomechanics #bodybuilding #hypertrophy
This is for entertainment and education only; this is NOT direct medical advice.
Dr. Christopher “Marv” Marvin DC is a performance-based chiropractor and the owner of Coastal Performance Chiropractic in Seabrook, Texas. He specializes in bridging the gap between rehab and high-level performance for athletes and active individuals.
He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College West as class valedictorian and has over 18 years of experience in fitness, nutrition, and strength & conditioning. Dr. Marv has worked with athletes at the Arnold Sports Festival, including the World’s Strongest Firefighter competition, and was one of only four chiropractors at the Official Strongman Games World Finals.
He currently serves as the team chiropractor for the Bay Area Rugby Clubs and has led strength & conditioning programming at the collegiate level. In addition, he is the creator of the Educated Meathead platform with his Bodybuilding Anatomy & Meathead Biomechanics 101 course, seminar recordings, and workout programs. He also is a co-host of the Between Two Dumbbells podcast and has spoken at over 20 locations nationwide.
His mission is simple: help people understand that they are not broken—and get them back to performing at their highest level.
📲 SOCIALS:
Instagram → instagram.com/dr.marvin.saysdc
The Educated Meathead → instagram.com/theeducatedmeathead_com
🌐 WEBSITE:
The Educated Meathead → TheEducatedMeathead.com
(Consults for non-TX residents, workout programs, seminar recordings)
🏥 PERFORMANCE CHIROPRACTIC:
coastalperformancechiro.com
Houston Bay Area | In-person care + Telemedicine & Nutrition Coaching (TX residents)
🎓 ONLINE COURSE:
Bodybuilding Anatomy & Meathead Biomechanics 101
tinyurl.com/mv8hbzdn
🧬 STEM CELL CONSULT (Referral Only):
Longview Regeneration & Wellness 📞 903-753-0700
(mention Dr. Marv / Coastal Performance Chiropractic)
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
💊 PRODUCTS & PROMO CODES: Fullscript (Discounted Supplements): us.fullscript.com/welcome/drmarvindc
Amazon Approved Products List:
coastalperformancechiro.com/coastal-performance-chiro-approved-products
Rapid Reboot Compression:
rapidreboot.com
Code: DRMARVINSAYS
Microlight Cold Laser Therapy:
Contact Dr. Marv directly for referral pricing
Toe Pro:
humanlocomotion.com/?hl=drmarvinsays
Code: marvin-saysdc10
Gym Pin: gym-pin.com \
Code: DrMarvinSaysDC
True Nutrition: truenutrition.com
Code: DrMarvinSays
BFR Cuffs (HSA/FSA eligible):
hpluscuff.com
Code: DrMarvinSays
