Cable Standing Close-Grip Row
Expert Advice
Keep your back straight and chest up throughout the movement. Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the pull to fully engage the back muscles.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grasp the handle with both hands, palms facing each other.
- Keeping your elbows close to your body, pull the handle towards your abdomen.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Standing Close-Grip Row primarily targets the Shoulders, Lats, Traps, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders30%
Lats30%
Traps20%
Secondary
Biceps10%
Forearms10%
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 Standing Close-Grip Row work?
Cable Standing Close-Grip Row primarily targets the Shoulders, Lats, Traps. Secondary muscles involved include Biceps, Forearms. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Standing Close-Grip 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 Standing Close-Grip Row suitable for beginners?
Cable Standing Close-Grip 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.
