upper backmachine

lever narrow grip seated row

lever narrow grip seated row is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Adjust the seat height and footrests to ensure proper form.

Step 2. Sit on the machine with your feet flat on the footrests and your knees slightly bent.

Step 3. Grasp the handles with a narrow grip, palms facing each other.

Step 4. Keep your back straight and lean slightly forward.

Step 5. Pull the handles towards your torso, squeezing your shoulder blades together.

Step 6. Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement.

Step 7. Slowly release the handles and return 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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