UPPER BACK · MACHINE
How to do the cable seated cable row - v grip
The cable seated cable row - v grip trains your upper back, with help from your lats, biceps, forearms. Here is how to do it with good form.

Step by step
- Attach a V-handle to a seated row machine and select the appropriate weight.
- Sit down and grab the handle with both hands.
- Place your feet on the platform and sit back. Maintain a slight bend in your knees.
- Retract your shoulder blades and engage your abs. Keep your torso upright, and don't lean too far back.
- Take a deep breath and pull the handle to your stomach in one fluid motion, pausing briefly and exhaling.
- Slowly extend your arms as you breathe in.
Muscles worked
| Primary | Upper Back |
|---|---|
| Secondary | Lats, Biceps, Forearms |
| Equipment | Machine |
Sets and reps
| Strength | 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps, 2–3 min rest |
|---|---|
| Muscle growth | 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps, 1–2 min rest |
| Muscular endurance | 2–3 sets of 15–20 reps, 30–60 s rest |
Pick the row that matches your goal. Add weight or reps once every set feels controlled, and log each set so you can see the trend.
Programs that use the cable seated cable row - v grip
- 6-Week Mass Builder3 × 10
- 6-Week Chest Focus3 × 12
- PHUL4 × 10
- PPLUL3 × 10
- Arnold Split3 × 12
- Upper / Lower Hypertrophy4 × 10
Track your progress
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