V-grip Cable Row
Muscle Groups: Upper back, Lats
V-grip Cable Row focuses on Upper back, Lats, with Biceps, Forearm 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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Sit on the machine with your feet firmly placed on the footplate and your knees slightly bent.
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Grasp the V-bar attachment with a neutral, close grip, keeping your back straight and chest up.
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Pull the V-bar towards your lower abdomen, squeezing your shoulder blades together as you drive your elbows back.
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Slowly extend your arms forward, allowing your shoulder blades to protract and feeling a stretch in your back, to return to the starting position.
Secondary Muscles
While V-grip Cable Row primarily targets Upper back, Lats , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Biceps, Forearm . 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.
