Cable Incline Bench Row Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Latissimus Dorsi
Equipment
Cable
Body Part
Back
Primary Muscle
Latissimus Dorsi
Secondary Muscles
Brachioradialis, Deltoid Posterior, Brachialis, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Teres Major
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
5.2
Alternate Names
Cable Row from Incline

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Cable Incline Bench Row

  1. Set the cable pulley at an incline level that is comfortable for you.
  2. Adjust your seat so that the cable handle is in line with your chest.
  3. Grasp the handle with both hands, keeping your arms extended.
  4. Exhale as you pull the handle towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  5. Inhale as you slowly return to the starting position, maintaining control throughout.

Common Mistakes

  • Overextending the back during the movement.
  • Using too much weight, which can lead to improper form.
  • Failing to engage the core throughout the exercise.

Modifications

  • Use a lighter weight or perform the exercise seated to reduce strain.
  • Adjust the cable height to accommodate your range of motion.

Tips

  • Maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise.
  • Focus on squeezing the shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
  • Avoid leaning too far back to prevent straining the lower back.

Tags

back
strength
cable
row
upper body
muscle building

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