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Cable standing twist row (v-bar)

The cable standing twist row (v-bar) is an exercise targeting the upper back muscles. It involves using a V-bar attachment on a cable machine, standing with feet shoulder-width apart, and pulling the bar towards the torso while twisting the upper body.

How to perform: Cable standing twist row (v-bar)

At a glance

Area
Back
Main muscle
Upper back
Equipment
Cable
Level
Intermediate

Form tips

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
  • Avoid using momentum to pull the weight.
  • Focus on squeezing the shoulder blades together.
  • Maintain a neutral spine position.

What to watch out for

  • shoulder injuries
  • lower back pain
  • rotator cuff issues

Also known as

Rematore in piedi con torsione al cavo (barra a V), cable standing twist row, v-bar row, upper back cable row, rematore in piedi con torsione, barra a V rematore

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