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cable low seated row

cable low seated row is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Sit on the machine with your feet flat on the footrests and your knees slightly bent.

Step 2. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, palms facing down.

Step 3. Keep your back straight and lean slightly forward, maintaining a slight bend in your elbows.

Step 4. Pull the handles towards your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.

Step 5. Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then slowly release the handles back to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

upper back

Secondary muscles

bicepsforearms

Primary body parts

back

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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