Single Arm Cable Row demonstration

Single Arm Cable Row

Learn how to do the Single Arm Cable Row with proper form, setup, and execution.

This cable movement primarily targets back, including upper back, middle back.

How to Perform Single Arm Cable Row

  1. 1

    Attach a single handle to the low pulley of a cable machine and grab it with one hand.

  2. 2

    Sit on the bench with your feet on the footrests and arm extended straight toward the pulley.

  3. 3

    Retract your shoulder blades, engage your abs, and take a breath.

  4. 4

    Pull the handle toward your hip by driving your elbow back, squeezing your shoulder blade at the top and exhale.

  5. 5

    Slowly extend your arm back to the starting position and breathe in.

  6. 6

    Once finished training one side, do the same number of reps with your other arm.

Training Guidelines

The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.

GoalSetsRepsRest
Strength3-54-62-3 min
Muscle Growth3-48-1260-90 sec
Endurance2-315-2030-60 sec
Beginner2-310-1560-90 sec

Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.

Frequently Asked Questions