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How to do Cable Standing Twist Row (V-bar)

The cable standing twist row (v-bar) is a compound exercise that targets the upper back while also engaging the biceps and shoulders. It incorporates a twisting motion, which adds a rotational component to the traditional row, enhancing core engagement and coordination.

Cable Standing Twist Row (V-bar) demonstration
Primary muscle
Upper back
Also works
Biceps and Shoulders
Equipment
Cable
Level
Intermediate
Category
Back

How to do Cable Standing Twist Row (V-bar), step by step

  1. Attach a v-bar attachment to a cable machine at chest height.
  2. Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  3. Grasp the v-bar with an overhand grip, palms facing down.
  4. Take a step back to create tension in the cable.
  5. Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the exercise.
  6. Pull the v-bar towards your torso by retracting your shoulder blades and bending your elbows.
  7. As you pull, twist your torso to one side, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  8. Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, feeling the contraction in your upper back.
  9. Slowly release the tension and return to the starting position, untwisting your torso.
  10. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions, alternating the twisting direction with each rep.

Muscles worked

Cable Standing Twist Row (V-bar) works your upper back as the main mover, with help from your biceps and shoulders.

Track Cable Standing Twist Row (V-bar) in SPLYT

Cable Standing Twist Row (V-bar) is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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