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Animated demonstration of the cable standing row (v-bar) exercise, targeting the Upper back using Cable.

cable standing row (v-bar)

Body part
Back
Equipment
Cable
Target muscle
Upper back
Secondary muscles
bicepsshoulders

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.

  2. Step 2: Grasp the v-bar attachment with an overhand grip, palms facing down.

  3. Step 3: Keep your back straight and your core engaged.

  4. Step 4: Pull the v-bar towards your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.

  5. Step 5: Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then slowly release the tension and return to the starting position.

  6. Step 6: Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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