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cable one arm bent over row

cable one arm bent over row is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Stand facing a cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.

Step 2

Bend your knees slightly and hinge forward at the hips, keeping your back straight.

Step 3

Grasp the cable handle with one hand, palm facing inward, and extend your arm fully.

Step 4

Pull the cable handle towards your body, keeping your elbow close to your side, until your hand reaches your lower chest.

Step 5

Pause for a moment, then slowly extend your arm 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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