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    Cable Incline Pushdown Exercise Guide

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    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Equipment
    Cable
    Body Part
    Back
    Primary Muscle
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Secondary Muscles
    Deltoid Posterior, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Teres Major
    Intensity
    medium
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    4
    Alternate Names
    Cable Lat Pulldown

    Visualised Target Muscle Groups

    Front

    Body muscles front

    Back

    Body muscles back

    How to: Cable Incline Pushdown

    1. Stand facing the cable machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
    2. Grasp the cable handle with both hands, palms facing down.
    3. Pull the cable down, extending your arms until they are fully pressed down.
    4. Slowly return to the starting position while maintaining control.
    5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Common Mistakes

    • Using momentum instead of controlled movements.
    • Not fully extending the arms during the pushdown.
    • Allowing shoulders to elevate excessively.

    Modifications

    • Use lighter weights to reduce intensity.
    • Perform the exercise seated for better support.

    Tips

    • Maintain a straight posture during the pushdown.
    • Engage your core for stability.
    • Control the movement both while pushing down and returning to the starting position.

    Cable Incline Pushdown Alternatives

    Cable Pushdown (straight arm)

    Cable Pushdown (straight arm)

    Body Part: Back

    Cable Lateral Pulldown (with rope attachment)

    Cable Lateral Pulldown (with rope attachment)

    Body Part: Back

    Cable Low Seated Row

    Cable Low Seated Row

    Body Part: Back

    Tags

    back
    latissimus dorsi
    strength
    cable exercise
    upper body
    shoulders

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