How to do a cable upright row

About cable upright row

TIER
5
DIFFICULTY
advanced
EQUIPMENT
cable
TARGET MUSCLES
traps, frontShoulder, lateralShoulder

Instructions for Proper Form

Setup:

  1. Attachment: Attach a straight bar or EZ-bar to a low pulley cable machine.
  2. Grip: Stand facing the machine and grasp the bar with an overhand grip, hands closer than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Stance: Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, arms extended downwards holding the bar.

The Movement:

  1. Pull: Exhale and pull the bar straight up towards your chin, leading with your elbows. Keep the bar close to your body.
  2. Peak: Continue pulling until the bar is near your chin and your elbows are higher than your wrists.
  3. Lower: Inhale and slowly lower the bar back to the starting position in a controlled manner.

Tips:

  • Avoid using momentum or swinging your body to lift the weight.
  • Focus on pulling with your shoulder and trapezius muscles.
  • If you feel any shoulder pain, try a wider grip or reduce the weight.