How to do it
Press your heels firmly into the foot platform to anchor your torso.
- 1
Attach a V-bar to a low pulley cable machine and sit down on the bench.
- 2
Place your feet on the platform and slightly bend your knees.
- 3
Lean forward to grab the V-bar with both hands using a neutral grip.
- 4
Sit back with your arms extended, keeping your back straight.
- 5
Pull the V-bar towards your waist, retracting your shoulder blades as you row.
- 6
Pause and squeeze your back muscles, then slowly return to the starting position.
- 7
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your back straight and avoid using your body momentum to ensure maximum engagement of the back muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Flaring the elbows out to the sides
- ✕Curling the wrists during the pull
- ✕Cranking the head upward during the row