3. Pro Series Machines
SEATED ROW (SU55)
Starting Position
Ending Position
Muscles exercised: Primarily latissimus dorsi and rhomboid. Secondarily trapezius, posterior deltoid, bicep, teres minor, teres major.
Setup: Adjust the seat up or down. The seat should be adjusted so that the top of the chest pad lines up with the middle of the chest. Adjust the chest pad so that you can grip the handles with arms completely extended. Select desired weight. Hold the handles in a comfortable grip with palms facing away from you. Rest feet on foot plates. Keep back straight and head up.
Performing the exercise: Pull the handles toward you in a smooth motion using your shoulders. Motion ends when the elbows line up with your body. Slowly return the handles to the starting position.