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Cable Seated High Row (v-bar)

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Lats accessibility Back
Biceps Rhomboids Rear Deltoids

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Cable

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

5.5

Force

pull

Cable Seated High Row (v-bar) is a intermediate multi-joint compound pulling exercise targeting the Lats in the Back region. Performed using cable, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Biceps and Rhomboids.

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1

Sit on the cable machine with your feet flat on the floor and your knees slightly bent.

2

Grasp the v-bar attachment with an overhand grip, palms facing each other, and your hands shoulder-width apart.

3

Keep your back straight and lean slightly forward from the hips.

4

Pull the v-bar towards your torso by retracting your shoulder blades and squeezing your back muscles.

5

Pause for a moment at the peak of the contraction, then slowly release the tension and return to the starting position.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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