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Cable Upright Row

A cable movement targeting the delts. Follow the steps below and keep every repetition controlled.

Target · deltsEquipment · cableCategory · shoulders

Technique

How to perform it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and hold the cable attachment with an overhand grip.
  2. Keep your back straight and your core engaged throughout the exercise.
  3. Pull the cable attachment straight up towards your chin, leading with your elbows.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  5. Slowly lower the cable attachment back down to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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