Upper back · Cable · Beginner
How to do Standing Cable Row (V-bar)
The cable standing row (v-bar) is a compound exercise that targets the upper back using a cable machine and a v-bar attachment. It also engages the biceps and shoulders as secondary muscles. The movement requires proper posture and core engagement to perform safely and effectively.
- Primary muscle
- Upper back
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Beginner
- Category
- Back
How to do Standing Cable Row (V-bar), step by step
- Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grasp the v-bar attachment with an overhand grip, palms facing down.
- Keep your back straight and your core engaged.
- Pull the v-bar towards your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then slowly release the tension and return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Standing Cable Row (V-bar) works your upper back as the main mover, with help from your biceps and shoulders.
Track Standing Cable Row (V-bar) in SPLYT
Standing Cable 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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