Alternating Chair Seated Row
Strengthen your back at home or the office! This seated row variation targets back muscles while being gentle on your body.

Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
Sitting Alternating Row on a Chair
1. Positioning:
- Sit on the edge of a sturdy chair with your feet flat on the floor, shoulder-width apart.
- Keep your back straight and your shoulders relaxed.
- Your arms should be extended straight in front of you at shoulder height, with palms facing down.
2. Movement:
- Begin the exercise by pulling your right elbow back towards your waist, squeezing your shoulder blade toward your spine.
- Hold this position for a moment, ensuring you feel the contraction in your back muscles.
- Return your right arm to the starting position, extending it back to shoulder height.
- Repeat the movement on the left side by pulling your left elbow back towards your waist.
- Continue to alternate between your right and left sides in a controlled manner.
3. Breathing:
- Inhale as you extend your arms back to the starting position, and exhale as you pull your elbow back.
4. Repetitions:
- Aim for 10-15 repetitions on each side for a complete set.
5. Tips:
- Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to maintain proper posture.
- Avoid hunching your shoulders and focus on using your back muscles to perform the movement.
- Make sure to move slowly and with control to maximize the effectiveness of the exercise.