Cable Rear Delt Row (stirrups) Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Deltoid Posterior
Equipment
Cable
Body Part
Shoulders
Primary Muscle
Deltoid Posterior
Secondary Muscles
Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Brachioradialis, Teres Minor, Deltoid Lateral, Trapezius Middle Fibers
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
5
Alternate Names
Cable Rear Delt Row

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Cable Rear Delt Row (stirrups)

  1. Set the cable at the lowest position and attach the stirrups.
  2. Grab a stirrup in each hand and step back to create tension.
  3. With a slight bend in your elbows, pull the cables towards your lower ribcage.
  4. Pause briefly at the peak position, squeezing the shoulder blades together.
  5. Slowly return to the starting position to complete one rep.

Common Mistakes

  • Using too much weight, leading to poor form.
  • Not engaging the core during the lift.
  • Overextending the arms during the row.

Modifications

  • Use lighter weights for a reduced range of motion.
  • Perform the exercise seated if standing is difficult.

Tips

  • Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
  • Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the peak of the movement.
  • Control the weight on the way down to maximize muscle engagement.

Tags

shoulders
strength
deltoids
cable
upper body
pull

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