Smith Machine Row

The Smith Machine Row primarily works the Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Trapezius (Middle), with secondary activation of the Biceps Brachii (Long Head), Posterior Deltoid and stabilizer support from the Erector Spinae, Rectus Abdominis. It is a smith machine compound exercise at beginner difficulty.

Row the bar toward your chest while guided by the smith machine.

EquipmentSmith Machine
DifficultyBeginner
TypeCompound
MovementHorizontal Pull
ForcePull
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryLatissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Trapezius (Middle)
SecondaryBiceps Brachii (Long Head), Posterior Deltoid

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Position bar at appropriate height on Smith machine. Grasp bar with overhand grip. Execution: Pull weight toward torso, squeezing shoulder blades together. Return to starting position under control. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Trapezius (Middle).

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