Grasp the V bar handles with both hands, palms facing each other, and lean back slightly while keeping your back straight.
Pull the V bar towards your waist while keeping your torso stationary, focusing on squeezing your back muscles and maintaining your posture.
Hold the contracted position for a moment, ensuring your muscles are fully engaged.
Slowly return the V bar to the starting position, allowing your arms to fully extend and your back muscles to stretch.
Pro Tip
Controlled Movement: Avoid jerking or using momentum to pull the weight. This is a common mistake that can lead to injury and reduces the effectiveness of the exercise. Instead, pull the weight towards you in a slow, controlled motion, and release it back to the starting position in the same manner. Full Range of Motion: To get the most out of the exercise, ensure you're using the full range of motion. This means fully extending your arms in the start position and pulling the V bar all the way to your abdomen. Stopping short can limit the benefits of the exercise. Engage the Right Muscles: The seated row primarily targets your back muscles, so make sure you're engaging them correctly. A common mistake is pulling with the arms instead of