Strength

Cable High Row

The Cable High Row is an impactful upper body exercise targeting the back and shoulders. It boosts posture, strength, flexibility and aids in creating a robust, stable upper body. Great for muscle development and posture enhancement.

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Cable High Row instructions

Step-by-step instructions

Stand in front of a high pulley machine with a bar attached.

Grab the bar with both hands, arms fully extended and palms facing each other.

With a slight bend in your knees, lean back a bit and put weight on your heels.

Pull the bar towards your chest while keeping your chest up, shoulders back and elbows pointing back.

Extend your arms back to the starting position in a controlled manner, then repeat the process for the targeted number of repetitions.

Stand in front of a high pulley machine with a bar attached.

Grab the bar with both hands, arms fully extended and palms facing each other.

With a slight bend in your knees, lean back a bit and put weight on your heels.

Pull the bar towards your chest while keeping your chest up, shoulders back and elbows pointing back.

Extend your arms back to the starting position in a controlled manner, then repeat the process for the targeted number of repetitions.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

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Muscles used

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Front

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