Exercise

Suspended Row

Also known as: TRX row, suspension row, ring row

Suspended Row — position 1Suspended Row — position 2

Suspended Row is a compound exercise for the middle back. Main target: middle back. Also works: biceps short head and rhomboids. Equipment: other.

EquipmentOther
TypeCompound (multi-joint)
MovementPull
CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

How to do it

  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.

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Alternatives with other equipment

One-Arm Dumbbell Row
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Seated Cable Rows
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Inverted Row
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One-Arm Kettlebell Row
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T-Bar Row with Handle
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Leverage High Row
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