Cable Standing Twist Row (V bar) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Obliques, Teres Major, Brachioradialis, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Twisting Row with V Bar
How to: Cable Standing Twist Row (V bar)
- Stand facing a cable machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Attach a V bar to the cable and set the pulley at waist height.
- Grab the V bar with both hands and step back to create tension on the cable.
- Engage your core, twist your torso to one side, and pull the bar towards your waist while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling too hard on the bar rather than using muscle control.
- Not maintaining a neutral spine during the twist.
- Allowing the elbows to flare out excessively.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated for added stability.
- Use lighter weights to focus on form and technique.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; rather, focus on controlled movements.
- Adjust the cable height to suit your range of motion for optimal performance.
Cable Standing Twist Row (V bar) Alternatives
Tags
upper back
shoulders
core
strength
cable machine
twist