Wide-grip Seated Cable Row
Muscle Groups: Lats, Traps
Wide-grip Seated Cable Row focuses on Lats, Traps, with Chest, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Wide-grip Seated Cable Row with proper form and technique.
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Sit at the cable row machine with your feet on the footrest and a wide grip on the handlebar.
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Pull the handle towards your torso, keeping your elbows up and in line with your shoulders while squeezing your shoulder blades together.
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Pause briefly when your hands reach your waist, then slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Wide-grip Seated Cable Row safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight and avoid leaning back to prevent strain.
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Focus on using your back muscles to pull, not your arms, for proper engagement.
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Ensure the cable is securely attached before starting to avoid injuries.
Secondary Muscles
While Wide-grip Seated 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 Wide-grip Seated Cable Row, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Wide-grip Seated 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.
