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Cable Upright Row demonstration

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Strength / Cable

Cable Upright Row

An upright row performed with a cable for constant tension on the lateral deltoids and traps.

Equipment

Cable

Experience

intermediate

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Front Delts · Biceps

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand in front of a cable machine and grip a straight bar or rope at thigh height.

  2. 02

    Pull the bar up toward your chin, leading with your elbows.

  3. 03

    Lower under control.

  4. 04

    Repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.