Cable Standing Single-Arm Reverse-Grip Row
The Cable Standing Single-Arm Reverse-Grip Row is a compound exercise that mainly works the back and biceps, with help from the shoulders and lower back. You'll need: cable machine and single handle attachment.
Required Equipment
Cable Standing Single-Arm Reverse-Grip Row Muscles Worked
Primary
Lats (latissimus dorsi); Biceps (biceps brachii)
Secondary
Rhomboids (Shoulder Blade) (rhomboids, major & minor); Rear Shoulder (Delts) (posterior deltoid); Spinal Erectors (erector spinae)
How to do the Cable Standing Single-Arm Reverse-Grip Row
Attach a single handle to a low cable pulley and stand facing the weight stack.
Take a few steps back, assume a slight squat stance with soft knees, and hinge forward at your hips.
Grab the handle with an underhand grip, palm facing upward, keeping your arm fully extended.
Pull the handle toward your lower ribs, driving your elbow straight back and squeezing your shoulder blade.
Pause briefly at the peak contraction, then slowly return your arm to the starting position with control.
Cable Standing Single-Arm Reverse-Grip Row FAQs
What muscles does the Cable Standing Single-Arm Reverse-Grip Row work?
The Cable Standing Single-Arm Reverse-Grip Row mainly works the back and biceps, with help from the shoulders and lower back. The main muscles are the latissimus dorsi and biceps brachii.
What equipment do you need for the Cable Standing Single-Arm Reverse-Grip Row?
Cable machine and single handle attachment.
Is the Cable Standing Single-Arm Reverse-Grip Row a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Cable Standing Single-Arm Reverse-Grip Row go on?
It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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