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Suspension Trainer Three-Way Row
A suspension trainer complex combining rotational, square, and extended-arm pulls to target the back, shoulders, and core for strength and stability.
About Exercise
Equipment
Difficulty
4/5 • Intermediate
Primary Muscle Groups
Lats, Traps
Secondary Muscles
Biceps, Abs, Obliques, Lower Back, Forearms
Popularity Score
5
Goals
Training Style
Setup Requirements
Requires Rack
No
Requires Bench
No
Requires Spotter
No
Space Needed
Small
Noise Level
Low
Muscle Breakdown
View Muscle MapLats
9/10Teres Major
Traps
8/10Mid Traps, Lower Traps
Shoulders
7/10Rear Delts
Biceps
5/10Abs
5/10Rectus Abdominis
Obliques
5/10External Obliques
Lower Back
4/10Erector Spinae
Forearms
3/10Programming
Typical Rep Range
6-12 reps
Rest Between Sets
60-90 seconds
How to Perform
Anchor the suspension trainer at chest height. Grasp one handle with a neutral grip, lean back until the arm is fully extended, and position feet shoulder-width apart with the body in a rigid plank.
- Rotate the torso toward the floor while reaching the free arm down.
- Pull the body up while rotating the torso toward the anchor, reaching the free arm high.
- Lower back to the start position with control.
- Square the hips and perform a standard single-arm row, keeping the torso stable.
- Lower back to start, then perform a wide or extended-arm row to complete the sequence.
Coaching Tips
Form Cues
- Keep body plank straight
- Rotate from the core
- Squeeze shoulder blade back
- Hips square on standard row
- Control the descent
Breathing
Inhale while lowering the body; exhale and brace the core firmly while pulling.
Tempo
2-1-2
Range of Motion
Maintain a straight body line throughout; pull until the chest nears the handle and extend the arm fully at the bottom.
Safety
Safety Notes
- Ensure anchor point is secure
- Maintain neutral wrist position
- Stop if shoulder pain occurs
- Keep feet planted firmly
Spotting
Not recommended; adjust foot position to modify difficulty.
Common Mistakes
- Sagging hips
- Shrugging shoulders
- Using momentum
- Twisting hips during square row
- Arching lower back
When to Avoid
- Shoulder impingement
- Lower back injury
- Wrist tendinitis
Flexibility Needed
- Shoulder flexion to 150 degrees
- Thoracic rotation
- Ankle dorsiflexion for stability
Build Up First
- Master basic TRX row
- Plank hold proficiency
- Core bracing competency
Also known as
TRX 3-Way Row, Triple-Position TRX Row, Suspension Complex Row
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