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Diverging Seated Row

A compound machine exercise that targets the back muscles through a controlled pulling movement with diverging handles, providing increased range of motion and back engagement.

Exercise Overview

Category

General Resistance

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Intermediate

Technique

Sit at the rowing machine with diverging handles in hands. Pull the handles toward your body by retracting your shoulder blades and bending your elbows, then return to the starting position with control.

Starting Position

Sit at the rowing machine with feet secured, diverging handles in hands, arms extended forward, and proper posture.

Finishing Position

Return to the starting position with arms extended forward, maintaining proper form throughout the movement.

Form Cues

Squeeze shoulder blades, pull elbows back, maintain posture, control the movement

Common Mistakes

Using momentum, not retracting shoulder blades, poor posture, rushing the movement

Progression Tips

Increase weight, try different grips, add tempo changes, or perform with different angles.

Regression Tips

Use lighter weight, focus on form, reduce range of motion, or perform assisted version.

Safety Notes

Maintain proper form to avoid back strain. Stop if you experience pain in back, shoulders, or arms. Consult a professional if you have upper body issues.