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Cable Bent Over Row

The Cable Bent Over Row is a cable exercise that targets the back, with the biceps assisting. Follow the 8 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.

Target muscles
Back
Also works
Biceps
Equipment
Cable
Body part
Back

Step by step

  1. Set the cable machine to a low pulley and attach a straight bar or V-bar handle.
  2. Stand facing the machine with feet shoulder-width apart and grab the handle with both hands.
  3. Step back slightly and hinge forward at the hips while keeping your back straight and knees slightly bent.
  4. Allow your arms to extend fully in front of you.
  5. Pull the handle toward your torso by driving your elbows up and back.
  6. Squeeze your back muscles at the top of the movement.
  7. Slowly extend your arms to return to the starting position.
  8. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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