Cable Elevated Row
Expert Advice
Keep your chest up and shoulders back throughout the movement to fully engage the back muscles.
How-to-do Steps
- Set the cable pulley to a low position and attach a handle.
- Stand on an elevated platform or box to allow for full range of motion.
- Bend at the hips and knees, and grasp the handle with both hands.
- Pull the handle towards your waist, retracting your shoulder blades.
- Slowly extend your arms and return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Elevated Row primarily targets the Lats, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Lats30%
Secondary
Biceps15%
Forearms15%
Shoulders15%
Chest15%
Traps10%
Equipment
Cable
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Elevated Row work?
Cable Elevated Row primarily targets the Lats. Secondary muscles involved include Biceps, Forearms, Shoulders, Chest, Traps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Elevated Row?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Elevated Row suitable for beginners?
Cable Elevated Row is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
