Cable Straight Back Seated Row

Learn how to do the Cable Straight Back Seated Row with proper form and technique. This cable exercise primarily targets your Upper Back, with secondary emphasis on Biceps, Forearms, Shoulders.

Cable Straight Back Seated Row exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Cable Straight Back Seated Row

Follow these steps to perform the Cable Straight Back Seated Row with correct form:

  1. 1Sit on the cable row machine with your feet flat on the footrests and your knees slightly bent.
  2. 2Grasp the cable handles with an overhand grip, palms facing down.
  3. 3Keep your back straight and lean slightly forward from the hips.
  4. 4Pull the cable handles towards your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  5. 5Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then slowly release the handles back to the starting position.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Cable Straight Back Seated Row Muscles Worked

Primary

Secondary

bicepsforearmsshoulders

Exercise Details

Equipment
cable
Body Part
back
Category
Main

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Cable Straight Back Seated Row work?

The Cable Straight Back Seated Row primarily targets your Upper Back. Secondary muscles worked include Biceps, Forearms, Shoulders. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your back.

What equipment do I need for the Cable Straight Back Seated Row?

The Cable Straight Back Seated Row requires cable. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Cable Straight Back Seated Row with proper form?

Start by sit on the cable row machine with your feet flat on the footrests and your knees slightly bent.. Grasp the cable handles with an overhand grip, palms facing down. Keep your back straight and lean slightly forward from the hips. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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