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Last updated March 2, 2026
LatsLower BackTeres MajorTrapezius

Row - Iso-Lateral, Neutral Grip, Seated

Grip the handles with palms facing each other. Pull your elbows back as far as possible, squeezing your mid-back. Don't shrug your shoulders.

Quick facts

Level
Beginner
Mechanic
Compound
Force
Pull
Type
Strength
Injury Risk
Low
Hypertrophy
Very High
Calorie Burn
Medium-High

Muscle focus

Primary and secondary muscle groups targeted by this movement.

Primary

Lats

Secondary

Mid Traps

Equipment & setup

What you need and how to position yourself before starting.

Equipment

Leverage Machine

Movement pattern

Bilateral

Posture

Seated

Tracking parameters

repsweight

Step-by-step instructions

Follow these cues to master proper technique and stay safe through every rep.

  1. Step 1Setup
    • Sit down on the seated row machine with your feet placed securely on the footrests.
    • Adjust the seat height so that your knees are slightly bent and your feet are flat on the platform.
  2. Step 2Grab the Handles
    • Reach for the neutral grip handles with your palms facing each other.
    • Ensure that your arms are fully extended and your shoulders are relaxed.
  3. Step 3Position Your Body
    • Sit up straight with your back against the pad, keeping your core engaged.
    • Retract your shoulder blades and maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise.
  4. Step 4Pull the Handles
    • Pull the handles towards your torso by bending your elbows and squeezing your shoulder blades together.
    • Keep your elbows close to your body as you pull.
  5. Step 5Return to Start
    • Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position, maintaining control of the movement.
    • Ensure that you do not lean forward or backward during this motion.
  6. Step 6Repeat
    • Continue to pull and return the handles for the desired number of repetitions.
    • Focus on maintaining proper form with each rep.
  7. Step 7Finish the Exercise
    • After completing your reps, carefully place the handles back on the machine.
    • Stand up slowly, ensuring you maintain your balance as you exit the machine.

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