Trunk rotates toward the working side
Body twists to assist the row; bilateral comparison is lost.
Overactive muscles
ObliquesLatissimus dorsi
Corrective work
Foam RollLats↗StretchQL side-bend stretch↗Pull · Upper Body
Single-Arm Low Cable Row (Seated)
Coaching cues
- One hand on a low cable handle; sit tall with a slight hinge
- Retract the scapula; row to the lower ribs
- Resist trunk rotation — anti-rotation core engaged
- Full extension at the bottom; repeat
Common faults 2
Shoulder shrugs at peak
Upper trap fires instead of mid-back retracting.
Overactive muscles
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulae
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗