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Exercise guide
Cable Seated Row Wide-Grip
The Cable Seated Row Wide-Grip is a compound back exercise that targets the upper and mid-back while emphasizing the rear delts and upper lats. The wide grip encourages elbow flare and promotes upper-back thickness.
Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
Sculpt
How to
How to do the Cable Seated Row Wide-Grip
- 01
Sit at the cable row station with your feet planted on the foot platform.
- 02
Attach a wide-grip handle and grab it with an overhand grip.
- 03
Sit tall with your chest up and core braced.
- 04
Pull the handle toward your upper chest by driving your elbows outward.
- 05
Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- 06
Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.
- 07
Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Performance tips
Cues that matter
- Avoid leaning too far back during the pull.
- Focus on squeezing the upper back rather than pulling with the arms.
- Control the return to maintain tension.
Common questions
Frequently asked
What muscles does the Cable Seated Row Wide-Grip work?
The Cable Seated Row Wide-Grip primarily targets the Back. Supporting muscles include Shoulders.
Is the Cable Seated Row Wide-Grip a compound or isolation exercise?
The Cable Seated Row Wide-Grip is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.
What equipment do I need for the Cable Seated Row Wide-Grip?
You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.
What difficulty level is the Cable Seated Row Wide-Grip?
The Cable Seated Row Wide-Grip is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.
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