Back exercise

Kneeling High Pulley Row

LatsCableBeginner

The kneeling high pulley row is a back exercise that targets the lats with cable. Watch the demo, then follow the step-by-step form guide below.

Looping demonstration — tap play to watch the full movement.

How to do the kneeling high pulley row

  1. Select the appropriate weight using a pulley that is above your head. Attach a rope to the cable and kneel a couple of feet away, holding the rope out in front of you with both arms extended. This will be your starting position.

  2. Initiate the movement by flexing the elbows and fully retracting your shoulders, pulling the rope toward your upper chest with your elbows out.

  3. After pausing briefly, slowly return to the starting position.

Details

Primary muscles
Lats
Secondary muscles
BicepsMiddle back
Equipment & classification
CableLevel: BeginnerForce: PullMechanic: Compound

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