Cable Low Seated Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Brachioradialis, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Seated Cable Row, Cable Row
How to: Cable Low Seated Row
- Sit at a cable machine with your feet placed firmly on the footplate.
- Grasp the handle with both hands, arms extended.
- While keeping your back straight, pull the handle towards your torso.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Slowly return to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far back during the pull.
- Not fully extending arms during the recovery phase.
- Using too much weight, compromising form.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight if you're just starting out.
- Perform the exercise seated on a stability ball for better stability.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements.
Cable Low Seated Row Alternatives
Tags
back
pull
strength
cable
shoulders
fitness