Lever Seated Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis, Deltoid Posterior, Brachialis, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Seated Row
How to: Lever Seated Row
- Adjust the seat and footplate of the leverage machine to fit your body.
- Sit down and grasp the handles with a neutral grip.
- Sit up tall, keeping your back straight and core engaged.
- Pull the handles back towards your torso, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Pause briefly before returning to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back while pulling.
- Using excessive momentum.
- Pulling with arms instead of engaging the back muscles.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to start to maintain form.
- Perform the exercise seated with back support for added stability.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged during the exercise.
- Avoid jerking movements; maintain a controlled pace.
- Ensure that your shoulders are retracted throughout the movement.
Lever Seated Row Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
latissimus dorsi
seated exercise
leverage machine
resistance training