Cable High Pull with Rope Attachment Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Shoulders
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Brachialis, Back
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Rope High Pull
How to: Cable High Pull with Rope Attachment
- Attach a rope to the cable machine at a lower setting.
- Stand facing the machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grip the rope with both hands, palms facing each other.
- Pull the rope upwards towards your face, keeping your elbows high.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together, then slowly lower back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight which compromises form.
- Not engaging the core, leading to back strain.
- Jerking the rope instead of pulling smoothly.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight if you're a beginner.
- Perform the exercise seated for more stability.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top phase.
- Maintain control on the way down to maximize muscle engagement.
Cable High Pull with Rope Attachment Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
cable
pull
upper body
exercise