Low Pulley Row To Neck

A cable rowing exercise targeting the shoulders and upper back by pulling the rope upward toward the neck.

Instructions

1. Sit on a low pulley row machine with a rope attachment.
2. Grab the ends of the rope using a palms-down grip and sit with your back straight and your knees slightly bent. Tip: Keep your back almost completely vertical and your arms fully extended in front of you. This will be your starting position.
3. While keeping your torso stationary, lift your elbows and start bending them as you pull the rope towards your neck while exhaling. Throughout the movement your upper arms should remain parallel to the floor. Tip: Continue this motion until your hands are almost next to your ears (the forearms will not be parallel to the floor at the end of the movement as they will be angled a bit upwards) and your elbows are out away from your sides.
4. After holding for a second or so at the contracted position, come back slowly to the starting position as you inhale. Tip: Again, during no part of the movement should the torso move.
5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Tips

• Keep your back vertical throughout to isolate the shoulders and upper back.
• Control the weight as you pull it toward your neck.
• Avoid using momentum or leaning backward.