Cable Half Kneeling Face Pull Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Posterior
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Posterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Brachioradialis, Teres Minor, Deltoid Lateral, Trapezius Middle Fibers
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Half Kneeling Face Pull
How to: Cable Half Kneeling Face Pull
- Set the cable machine to a low pulley position.
- Kneel down on one knee and grasp the cable with both hands.
- Position your hands at face level, with elbows bent and high.
- Pull the cable towards your face while keeping your elbows out.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Return to the starting position with control and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the shoulders to hunch forward.
- Pulling the cables with only the arms instead of the back.
- Not controlling the weight on the way back.
Modifications
- Perform with lighter resistance to focus on form.
- Use a resistance band instead of a cable machine.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to stabilize your position.
- Pull the cable towards your face while keeping your elbows high.
Cable Half Kneeling Face Pull Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
face pull
cable exercise
strength
stability
upper body