V-grip Cable Row
Muscle Groups: Lats, Traps
V-grip Cable Row focuses on Lats, Traps, with Chest, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform V-grip Cable Row with proper form and technique.
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Start by sitting at the cable row machine with your feet flat on the ground and knees slightly bent. Adjust the V-grip handle to shoulder height.
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Grab the V-grip handle with both hands, keeping your arms straight and back flat, then pull the handle towards your abdomen while squeezing your shoulder blades together.
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Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, then slowly extend your arms back to the starting position without rounding your back.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform V-grip Cable Row safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight and avoid leaning back to prevent injury.
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Focus on using your back muscles to pull, rather than your arms, for better engagement.
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Control the weight throughout the movement; don’t let the weights slam back down.
Secondary Muscles
While V-grip Cable Row primarily targets Lats, Traps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Chest, Shoulders . 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 V-grip Cable Row, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as V-grip 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.
