Cable Upright Row (female)

Cable Upright Row demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Position the cable machine at its lowest setting.
  • 2Stand upright and grab the cable handle with both hands, palms facing your body.
  • 3Pull the cable handle upwards towards your chin along the front of the body, keeping your elbows high.
  • 4Slowly lower the cable handle back to the starting position, in a controlled manner.
  • 5Repeat for the recommended number of repetitions.

Tips:

  • Avoid using your body to pull the weight, the movement should be strictly through the shoulders.
  • The elbows should always be higher than your wrists.
  • Exhale as you pull the cable, inhale when you return to starting position.
  • Maintain a straight back throughout the exercise to prevent back injury.

Cable Upright Row Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs