Middle BackBeginner

Suspended Row

Strength movement using Other.

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Muscle guide

See the primary and supporting muscles.

The stronger highlight marks the main muscle associated with this movement. The lighter highlight marks supporting muscles.

Primary Middle BackSupporting Biceps, Lats

Movement instructions

1
Suspend your straps at around chest height. Take a handle in each hand and lean back. Keep your body erect and your head and chest up. Your arms should be fully extended. This will be your starting position.
2
Begin by flexing the elbow to initiate the movement. Protract your shoulder blades as you do so.
3
At the completion of the motion pause, and then return to the starting position.

Technique guidance

Exhale as you draw the resistance toward you and inhale as the arms return under control. Avoid using a breath hold to create momentum.

Use a stable setup and a load or resistance you can control through a comfortable range.
Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness, or feel unwell.
Inspect the implement and clear its movement path before starting.

General guidance matched from movement type and equipment; it is not individualized coaching or medical advice.

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