Wide-grip Seated Cable Row
Muscle Groups: Upper back, Shoulders
Wide-grip Seated Cable Row focuses on Upper back, Shoulders, with Lats, Biceps, Forearm 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.
- 1
Sit on the machine seat with your feet braced and grasp the short bar with a wide overhand grip.
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Lean back slightly with your arms extended, keeping your back straight and core engaged.
- 3
Pull the bar towards your lower abdomen, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- 4
Slowly extend your arms forward, allowing the weight to return the bar to the starting position.
Secondary Muscles
While Wide-grip Seated Cable Row primarily targets Upper back, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lats, 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 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.
