Upper back exercise · leverage machine
Lever Alternating Narrow Grip Seated Row
The lever alternating narrow grip seated row is a leverage machine exercise that targets the upper back, with the biceps and forearms assisting.
- Target muscle
- Upper back
- Also works
- Biceps, forearms
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body part
- Back
How to do the lever alternating narrow grip seated row
- Adjust the seat height and footplate position to ensure proper alignment.
- Sit on the machine with your back straight and feet flat on the footplate.
- Grasp the handles with a narrow grip, palms facing each other.
- Keep your chest up and shoulders back throughout the exercise.
- Pull one handle towards your torso while keeping the other handle stationary.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Slowly return the handle to the starting position and repeat with the other side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Sets and reps
For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the upper back. The biceps and forearms work as secondary muscles. See all upper back exercises or every machine exercise.
