Cable Twisting Standing Row
Description
The cable twisting standing row combines a single-arm cable row with a torso rotation. You stand sideways to the cable, pull the handle toward your hip, and rotate your torso. It builds back strength and rotational core power simultaneously.
Equipment Required
Cable Twisting Standing Row Instructions
- Set a cable pulley to mid-chest height. Attach a D-handle.
- Stand sideways to the cable. Grip the handle with your far hand.
- Start with arm extended toward the cable, torso rotated toward the cable.
- Row the handle toward your hip while simultaneously rotating your torso away from the cable.
- Squeeze your lat and oblique at the end position.
- Slowly return to start — extending arm and rotating back toward the cable.
- Complete reps, then switch sides.
- Aim for 10 to 12 reps per side.
Cable Twisting Standing Row Form & Visual
Cable Twisting Standing Row Benefits
- Combines rowing with rotational core work
- Builds back and oblique strength together
- Constant cable tension
- Functional pulling and rotation pattern
- Easy to load progressively
- Useful for sport-specific conditioning
Cable Twisting Standing Row Muscles Worked
- Latissimus dorsi
- Obliques (rotation)
- Posterior deltoid
- Biceps brachii
- Core (rotation)
Cable Twisting Standing Row Variations & Alternatives
- Cable Twisting Standing High Row
- Cable Twist
- Cable Seated Row
- Landmine Row with Rotation
- Single-Arm Cable Row
- Cable Standing Row
- Bodyweight Standing Row
