Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Cable Standing Close Grip Row.
The cable standing close grip row is a back exercise performed upright at a low pulley cable station, using a close, neutral grip to emphasise the mid-back and lats while also engaging the biceps and rear delts. The standing position requires greater core stabilisation compared to a seated row variant.
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The Cable Standing Close Grip Row is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.