Cable rows allow smooth, continuous tension throughout the range of motion. This variation emphasizes the traps and medial delts for balanced upper-body strength.
Instructions
- Attach a straight bar to a low pulley and stand upright with the bar at thigh level.
- Grip the bar with palms facing your thighs, hands slightly closer than shoulder-width.
- Pull the bar upward toward your chin, elbows leading the movement.
- Pause briefly at the top, then lower the bar back to the starting position.
- Repeat for controlled repetitions.
Related Muscle Groups
- Traps
See exercises for Traps · Learn about the Traps - Shoulders (secondary)
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