Suspended Row
Muscle Groups: Traps, Lats
Suspended Row focuses on Traps, Lats, with Shoulders, Chest working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Suspended Row with proper form and technique.
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Stand facing the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart and grab the suspension handles with an overhand grip.
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Lean back slightly, keeping your body straight from head to heels, and extend your arms fully.
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Pull yourself towards the anchor by bending your elbows and squeezing your shoulder blades together, keeping your elbows close to your body.
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Lower yourself back to the starting position while maintaining control and a straight line.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Suspended Row safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged to avoid sagging in your lower back.
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Avoid pulling with your arms alone; focus on using your back muscles to drive the movement.
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Ensure your body remains straight throughout the exercise to maintain proper form.
Secondary Muscles
While Suspended Row primarily targets Traps, Lats , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include 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 Suspended Row, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Suspended 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.
