Reviewed exercise · beginner

Cable Rear-Delt Row

A accessory horizontal pull movement for shoulders.

Equipment

cables

Typical range

10–25 reps

Also trains

back, biceps

Set up

Set the cable near chest height and use a grip that permits open elbows.

Execute

Row toward the upper chest with elbows wide, then return slowly.

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

Coaching cues

• Lead with wide elbows.
• Use a repeatable range.

Common mistakes

• Shrugging or pulling toward the waist.
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

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