This exercise involves standing with a cable machine and twisting your torso while pulling the cable towards your chest in a rowing motion. It targets the back muscles, particularly the latissimus dorsi, and also engages the core and arms.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Cable Machine
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets multiple muscle groups including the back, shoulders, and arms
- Improves posture and upper body strength
- Increases stability and balance
- Can be modified for different fitness levels and goals
- Provides a low-impact workout option
How to perform
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a cable handle in each hand.
- Extend your arms straight out in front of you, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- Twist your torso to the right, pulling the cable handle towards your right hip.
- As you twist, lift the cable handle towards your chest, keeping your elbow close to your body.
- Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the cable handle back to the starting position.
- Repeat the movement on the left side, twisting your torso to the left and pulling the cable handle towards your left hip.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Back
Primary
Traps
Primary
Shoulder
Primary
Biceps
Primary
Forearms
Primary