cable decline seated wide-grip row

A back exercise targeting the upper back, performed with cable.

cable decline seated wide-grip row demonstration
cable decline seated wide-grip row — demonstration

Body part

Back

Equipment

Cable

Target muscles

Upper Back

Secondary muscles

Biceps, Forearms

How to do cable decline seated wide-grip row

  1. Sit on the decline bench facing the cable machine with your feet securely placed on the footrests.

  2. Grasp the cable attachment with a wide overhand grip, palms facing down.

  3. Lean back slightly, keeping your back straight and your core engaged.

  4. Pull the cable towards your lower chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.

  5. Pause for a moment at the peak of the contraction, then slowly release the cable back to the starting position.

  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary (target)

Upper Back

Secondary

BicepsForearms

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