All exercises

Cable decline seated wide-grip row

The cable decline seated wide-grip row is an exercise targeting the upper back muscles. It involves pulling a wide-grip handle towards the torso while seated on a decline bench, engaging the upper back and rear shoulder muscles.

How to perform: Cable decline seated wide-grip row

At a glance

Area
Back
Main muscle
Upper back
Equipment
Cable
Level
Intermediate

Form tips

  • Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders.
  • Pull the handle towards your upper abdomen.
  • Engage your core throughout the movement.
  • Control the weight during the eccentric phase.

What to watch out for

  • Shoulder injuries
  • Lower back pain
  • Elbow tendinitis

Also known as

Rematore seduto con presa larga al cavo, wide-grip cable row, upper back cable row

Want a program written by a trainer?

See the programs on sale