Cable Bent Over Row with Bar Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Infraspinatus, Upper Trapezius, Teres Major, Brachioradialis, Teres Minor, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Bar Row
How to: Cable Bent Over Row with Bar
- Adjust the cable to the desired height and select an appropriate weight.
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart while holding the bar with a grip just wider than shoulder-width.
- Hinge at your hips, keeping your back straight and torso bent forward.
- Pull the bar towards your abdomen while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Pause briefly at the top of the movement before slowly lowering the bar back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back during the movement.
- Using momentum to complete the row rather than controlled movement.
- Letting the elbows flare out too much.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights if you are a beginner.
- Perform the row seated to reduce strain on the lower back.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and hinge at the hips.
- Engage your core to maintain stability.
- Pull through your elbows to activate your back muscles effectively.
Cable Bent Over Row with Bar Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
row
cable
upper body
latissimus dorsi