One Arm Towel Row Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Infraspinatus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Infraspinatus
- Secondary Muscles
- Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Single Arm Row with Towel
How to: One Arm Towel Row
- Attach a towel to a sturdy object at waist height.
- Stand facing the towel, holding one end in one hand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Step back to create tension on the towel.
- Pull the towel towards your body, keeping your elbow close to your side.
- Squeeze your shoulder blade back as you row the towel in.
- Slowly return to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Not fully extending the arm during the row.
- Neglecting to activate the core muscles.
Modifications
- Perform with a lighter towel or resistance band for less resistance.
- Adjust body angle to reduce difficulty.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid arching.
- Engage your core for better stability.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
One Arm Towel Row Alternatives
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back
strength
row
bodyweight
towel
shoulders