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Cable Upright Row

intermediate Cable

Vertical pull using a cable for shoulder and trap development.

Primary Muscles

Lateral delts Traps

Secondary Muscles

Biceps

Instructions

Stand at low cable with bar or rope, pull up leading with elbows until handles reach chin height.

Common Mistakes

Narrow grip causing impingement, elbows dropping below wrists, going too heavy.

Variations

  • Dumbbell Upright Row
  • Barbell Upright Row
  • Wide Grip Upright Row