Reviewed exercise · beginner

Cable High Row

A secondary horizontal pull movement for back.

Equipment

cables

Typical range

8–20 reps

Also trains

biceps, shoulders

Set up

Set the cable above shoulder height and take a supported seated or staggered position.

Execute

Pull down and back toward the upper ribs, then reach forward under control.

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled path, then return the load safely.

Coaching cues

• Elbows travel down and back.
• Use a repeatable range.

Common mistakes

• Using trunk momentum or pulling only with the hands.
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.