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Rope-Handle Cable Row

Intermediate

Rope-Handle Cable Row

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

Rope-Handle Cable Row offers many benefits and is excellent for building muscle in your rear deltoids, shoulders, upper arms, and forearms.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Sit on the low pulley cable station and grab the double handle cable. Plant your feet firmly on the platform and, using your legs (not your back), push off to the starting position with your arms fully extended and supporting your weight.
  • Step 2

    Without moving your upper body, pull the cable attachment toward your waist. Keep your chest forward and your shoulders down, bringing your shoulder blades together. Return the weight by fully extending your arms to the starting position.

Muscle Groups

Rope-Handle Cable Row targets Abs, Back, Biceps, Shoulders as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Do not lean forward during the exercise. Keep your torso straight and your back straight.
  • To finish the set, return the weight to the starting position by bending your knees, not your lower back.