Lats · Cable · Intermediate
How to do Cable Thibaudeau Kayak Row
The cable Thibaudeau kayak row is a unilateral rowing exercise that targets the latissimus dorsi using a cable machine. It mimics the motion of a kayak paddle, emphasizing back engagement and unilateral strength.
- Primary muscle
- Lats
- Also works
- Biceps, Rhomboids and Rear deltoids
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Intermediate
- Category
- Back
How to do Cable Thibaudeau Kayak Row, step by step
- Attach a cable handle to a low pulley and sit facing the machine with your feet flat on the floor.
- Grasp the handle with your right hand and extend your arm fully, keeping a slight bend in your elbow.
- Lean forward from your hips, keeping your back straight and your abs engaged.
- Pull the handle towards your torso by retracting your shoulder blade and bending your elbow, keeping your arm close to your body.
- Squeeze your back muscles at the top of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides and perform with your left arm.
Muscles worked
Cable Thibaudeau Kayak Row works your lats as the main mover, with help from your biceps, rhomboids and rear deltoids.
Track Cable Thibaudeau Kayak Row in SPLYT
Cable Thibaudeau Kayak Row 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.
