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smith narrow row

smith narrow row exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: upper back. Equipment: smith machine.

smith narrow row exercise demonstration
Target muscle
upper back
Muscle group
biceps
Body part
back
Equipment
smith machine

Secondary muscles

biceps, rear deltoids

How to perform

  1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your feet flat on the floor.
  2. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, slightly narrower than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Keep your back straight and your chest up as you pull the handles towards your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  4. Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then slowly release the handles back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.