Cable Rope Seated Row demonstration
Equipmentcable
Difficultybeginner
upper backback

Cable Rope Seated Row

The cable rope seated row is a strength exercise targeting the upper back, performed using a cable machine with rope attachment. It also engages the biceps and forearms as secondary muscles.

Step-by-Step Form & Technique

  1. 1.Sit on the rowing machine with your feet flat on the footrests and knees slightly bent.
  2. 2.Grasp the cable ropes with an overhand grip, palms facing each other.
  3. 3.Keep your back straight and lean slightly forward, maintaining a slight bend in your elbows.
  4. 4.Pull the cable ropes towards your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  5. 5.Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then slowly release the tension and return to the starting position.
  6. 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

bicepsforearms

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