The Cable Seated Wide-Grip Row exercise is a strength training exercise that targets the muscles in the back, shoulders, and arms. This exercise is done using a cable machine with a wide-grip handle attachment.
How to perform
To perform the Cable Seated Wide-Grip Row exercise, follow these step-by-step instructions:1. Begin by adjusting the seat of the cable machine so that the handles are at chest height.
2. Sit on the bench facing the cable machine with your feet securely planted on the floor.
3. Grab the wide-grip handles with an overhand grip, making sure your hands are slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
4. Sit up tall with your back straight, chest out, and shoulders pulled back.
5. Engage your core muscles to stabilize your body as you pull the handles towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
6. Slowly release the handles back to the starting position, keeping a controlled movement.
7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
8. Remember to keep your back straight throughout the exercise and not to use momentum to pull the handles.
9. To increase the intensity of the exercise, you can adjust the weight on the cable machine or increase the number of repetitions.
10. After completing the set, carefully release the handles and stand up from the bench.
By following these steps and performing the Cable Seated Wide-Grip Row exercise correctly, you can effectively target and strengthen your back, shoulders, and arms.
Equipment required
Cable
Cable equipment consists of adjustable pulleys attached to weight stacks that allow for resistance training. This equipment is commonly used for strength training exercises that target various muscle groups in the body, such as chest, back, arms, and legs. Cable equipment provides a versatile and functional way to perform exercises that mimic real-life movements, improving muscle endurance, stability, and coordination.