Exercise guide

Seated Wide Grip Cable Row

The Seated Wide Grip Cable Row targets the upper back and rear delts by using a wider hand position during the pulling movement.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Advanced
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
How to

How to do the Seated Wide Grip Cable Row

  1. 01

    Sit at a cable row machine with your feet on the platform.

  2. 02

    Attach a wide bar and grip it wider than shoulder width.

  3. 03

    Sit upright with your chest lifted.

  4. 04

    Pull the bar toward your upper torso by driving your elbows outward.

  5. 05

    Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.

  6. 06

    Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Keep your torso upright throughout
  • Pull your elbows out to emphasize the upper back
  • Control the return phase to maintain tension
Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Seated Wide Grip Cable Row work?

The Seated Wide Grip Cable Row primarily targets the Back. Supporting muscles include Biceps, Forearms.

Is the Seated Wide Grip Cable Row a compound or isolation exercise?

The Seated Wide Grip Cable Row is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.

What equipment do I need for the Seated Wide Grip Cable Row?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Seated Wide Grip Cable Row?

The Seated Wide Grip Cable Row is rated as advanced difficulty. Prior training experience and proper form fundamentals are recommended.

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