Lever Seated Row
Expert Advice
Focus on driving your elbows straight back and keeping your wrists straight to maximize lat engagement.
How-to-do Steps
- Sit down at the leverage machine and place your feet on the footrests.
- Grasp the handles with both hands and sit upright with a slight lean back.
- Pull the handles towards your lower abdomen, driving your elbows back.
- Pause briefly at the contracted position, then slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Lever Seated Row primarily targets the Shoulders, Lats, Traps, with Strength mechanics using Leverage Machine. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders15%
Lats40%
Traps25%
Secondary
Biceps10%
Forearms10%
Equipment
Leverage Machine
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Lever Seated Row work?
Lever Seated Row targets your shoulders, lats, and traps as the primary movers. Your biceps and forearms also kick in to assist the movement. It is one of the most popular exercises for shoulders training. You will need a leverage machine for this one.
What is the most common mistake with Lever Seated Row?
The biggest mistake is shrugging your traps up instead of driving the movement from your shoulder muscles. Slow down, focus on feeling the shoulders work through the full range of motion, and use a weight or difficulty level you can actually control.
How many sets and reps should I do for Lever Seated Row?
Start with 3 sets of 10 to 15 reps. If the exercise works one side at a time, do 10 to 15 reps per side. Rest 30 to 60 seconds between sets. Pick a weight that makes the last 2 to 3 reps feel challenging but doable with good form. Track your sets in the FitAI app to make sure you are progressing over time.
What can I do instead of Lever Seated Row if I don't have a leverage machine?
You can substitute dumbbells or a resistance band to mimic the same movement pattern and still target your shoulders effectively. The key is keeping the same movement pattern and range of motion. The resistance source matters less than how you control the movement.
