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Seated Cable Row

CompoundBeginner

How to do it

Sit tall, drive the elbows back and squeeze.

Muscles

Primary

Upper Back, Lats

Secondary

Biceps, Rear Delts

Steps to perform

  1. 1Sit at the row station with feet on the platform and knees slightly bent.
  2. 2Grab the handle with a neutral grip and sit tall.
  3. 3Pull the handle to your stomach, driving elbows back.
  4. 4Let your arms extend forward slowly, keeping your chest up.

Equipment

Cable station / crossover

Alternatives

Barbell Bent-Over Row

Upper Back · Lats

One-Arm Dumbbell Row

Lats · Upper Back

Chest-Supported Dumbbell Row

Upper Back · Lats

Chest-Supported T-Bar Row

Upper Back · Lats

Machine Row

Upper Back · Lats