Cable One Arm Straight Back High Row (kneeling) 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, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.8
- Alternate Names
- Kneeling Cable Row
How to: Cable One Arm Straight Back High Row (kneeling)
- Kneel on the floor facing a cable machine with one knee down and the other foot in front.
- Grab the handle with the hand on the same side as the kneeling knee.
- With a straight back, pull the handle towards your torso squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Return the handle to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Leaning too far forward or backward while pulling.
- Not fully extending the arm during each rep.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise standing if kneeling is uncomfortable.
- Use a lighter weight to ensure proper form.
Tips
- Engage your core to maintain stability during the exercise.
- Keep your back straight and avoid excessive twisting of the torso.
- Control the cable's movement both during pulling and returning.
Cable One Arm Straight Back High Row (kneeling) Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
cable
upper body
pull
latissimus dorsi