Cable Seated Wide grip 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
- Alternate Names
- Wide Grip Seated Row
How to: Cable Seated Wide grip Row
- Sit on the bench with your feet firmly planted on the ground.
- Grab the cable attachment with a wide grip and ensure your back is straight.
- Pull the handle towards your torso, squeezing your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Slowly return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning back too far, which can cause lower back strain.
- Using excessive momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Not keeping elbows close to the body during the pull.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to ensure proper form.
- Perform the exercise seated on a bench with back support if necessary.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the exercise.
- Pull through your elbows rather than your hands to engage your back muscles more effectively.
- Make sure to control the weight on both the pulling and returning phases.
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Tags
back
strength
cable
latissimus dorsi
upper body
exercise