Cable rope seated row
The cable rope seated row is an effective exercise for targeting the upper back muscles. It involves sitting on a bench with feet braced, pulling a rope attachment towards the torso while keeping the back straight and squeezing the shoulder blades together.
At a glance
- Area
- Back
- Main muscle
- Upper back
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the pull.
- Avoid using momentum to pull the weight.
- Keep your elbows close to your body.
What to watch out for
- Shoulder injuries
- Lower back pain
- Recent surgery in the upper body
Also known as
Rematore seduto con corda ai cavi, seated cable row with rope attachment, upper back exercise, back workout, cable row