Cable Bent Over Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Infraspinatus, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Teres Minor, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Cable Row
How to: Cable Bent Over Row
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the cable with both hands.
- Bend slightly at the hips and knees, keeping your back straight.
- Pull the cable towards your waist while squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Pause briefly at the top of the movement, then slowly release to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Hunching the back instead of keeping it straight.
- Using too much weight, which compromises form.
- Not controlling the movement when returning to the start position.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to maintain proper form.
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce strain on the lower back.
Tips
- Maintain a slight bend in the knees and keep your back straight.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; move in a controlled manner.
Cable Bent Over Row Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
cable
latissimus dorsi
infraspinatus
upper body