Close-Neutral Seated Row

Q: What muscles does Close-Neutral Seated Row work?

Close-Neutral Seated Row primarily trains Back, Biceps and Forearms. LIFTAG tags each set to those muscle groups so weekly volume and body-part splits stay honest.

Q: Which gym machines can I use for Close-Neutral Seated Row?

Close-Neutral Seated Row is mapped to Seated Row Machine in the LIFTAG catalog. At a partner gym the tag on those machines opens this exercise with setup notes ready to log.

Compound · Weight × reps

This neutral-grip row trains the latissimus, mid-back, biceps, brachialis, and forearms; the closer elbow path changes leverage but does not uniquely create “back thickness.” Keep wrists aligned, chest supported, and shoulders away from the ears.

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Scan the machine's QR tag and this exercise opens ready to log: sets, rest timer, PRs, and your whole progression for Close-Neutral Seated Row.

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Seated Row Machine

HOW TO DO CLOSE-NEUTRAL SEATED ROW

Set the seat and chest support so you can reach the close parallel handles without rounding the back.
Grip with palms facing each other, brace, and pull toward the lower ribs or upper waist while keeping the elbows close to the torso.
Pause without leaning back, then return the handles slowly and allow the shoulder blades to move forward under control.
Adjust the seat or range if the handles force an awkward wrist or shoulder position.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I log Close-Neutral Seated Row in LIFTAG?

Open Close-Neutral Seated Row in LIFTAG, or tap the NFC tag / scan the QR code on the machine at a partner gym. Log each working set as weight × reps. The rest timer starts after you save the set, and PRs plus estimated 1RM update automatically.

What muscles does Close-Neutral Seated Row work?

Which gym machines can I use for Close-Neutral Seated Row?