Rope-handle Cable Row
Muscle Groups: Lats, Traps
Rope-handle Cable Row focuses on Lats, Traps, with Biceps, Lower Back, Shoulders, Chest working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Rope-handle Cable Row with proper form and technique.
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Stand facing the cable machine with feet shoulder-width apart. Grasp the rope handles with both hands and take a step back to create tension in the cable.
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Bend slightly at the knees and hinge at the hips while keeping your back straight, pulling the handles towards your torso.
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Squeeze your shoulder blades together as you pull the handles, then slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Rope-handle Cable Row safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders to prevent strain.
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Don’t use your arms to pull; focus on engaging your back muscles for effective movement.
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Control the weight during both the pull and the return to maintain proper form.
Secondary Muscles
While Rope-handle Cable Row primarily targets Lats, Traps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Biceps, Lower Back, Shoulders, Chest . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Rope-handle Cable Row, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Rope-handle Cable Row, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
