Cable straight back seated row
The cable straight back seated row is a compound exercise targeting the upper back muscles. It involves pulling a cable attachment towards your torso while seated, focusing on squeezing the shoulder blades together.
At a glance
- Area
- Back
- Main muscle
- Upper back
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Use a controlled motion, avoiding any jerking movements.
- Adjust the seat height so that the cable is at chest level when you pull.
What to watch out for
- Shoulder injuries
- Lower back pain
- Elbow tendinitis
Also known as
Rematore seduto con cavo, seated cable row, cable row, back exercises, upper back workout