Cable seated wide-grip row
The cable seated wide-grip row is an effective exercise for targeting the upper back muscles. It involves pulling a wide-grip handle towards your torso while seated, engaging the upper back, biceps, and forearms.

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.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Control the weight on the way back to the starting position.
What to watch out for
- Shoulder injuries
- Lower back pain
- Elbow tendinitis
Also known as
Rematore al cavo con presa larga da seduto, Wide-Grip Cable Row, Seated Cable Row, Back Exercise, Upper Back Exercise