Lever High Row (plate loaded) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Teres Major, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Teres Minor, Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6.5
- Alternate Names
- Leverage Row
How to: Lever High Row (plate loaded)
- Adjust the seat height so that your torso is parallel to the ground.
- Grab the handles with a neutral grip and start with arms extended.
- Pull the handles towards your torso while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Pause briefly when the handles reach your midsection, then return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight and compromising form.
- Not engaging the back muscles properly.
- Rushing through the motion instead of maintaining a steady pace.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights if you are new to this exercise or have any limitations.
- Perform the exercise seated if standing is uncomfortable.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid leaning too far forward or backward.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the peak of the movement.
- Control the weight to prevent using momentum.
Lever High Row (plate loaded) Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
muscle building
lat pulldown
upper body
fitness