ShouldersCableIntermediate

Cable Kneeling Rope Rear Delt Row

Learn how to perform Cable Kneeling Rope Rear Delt Row, a Shoulders exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Half-kneel in front of a high pulley and hold the rope with both hands.

STEP 2

Start phase

Draw your elbows outward and back, bringing the rope ends beside your face.

STEP 3

End phase

Briefly squeeze your back at the end of the pull, then return by slowly extending your arms.

STEP 4

Target muscles

This movement primarily works your rear deltoids. Focus on controlling the motion through these muscles.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

Avoid shrugging or bending your wrists to pull. Control the return instead of letting the weight jerk you forward.

STEP 6

Breathing

Exhale as you pull and inhale as you return.

STEP 7

Coach tip

Balance through your front foot and rear knee rather than leaning back to pull the rope.

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