cable upright row
cable upright row is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and hold the cable attachment with an overhand grip.
Step 2
Keep your back straight and your core engaged throughout the exercise.
Step 3
Pull the cable attachment straight up towards your chin, leading with your elbows.
Step 4
Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Step 5
Slowly lower the cable attachment back down to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
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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