How to do it
Maintain a firm grip with wrists aligned straight over your forearms.
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Adjust the seat and chest pad of the leverage machine to fit your height.
- 2
Sit down and plant your feet firmly on the ground or footrests.
- 3
Grasp the handles with a neutral grip.
- 4
Pull the handles towards your torso while squeezing your shoulder blades together.
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Slowly return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together as you perform the row to ensure you’re targeting the correct muscles in your back.
Common mistakes
- ✕Flaring the elbows out to the sides
- ✕Jerking the handles with body momentum
- ✕Lifting the chest off the pad during pulls