Cable Lateral Pulldown (with rope attachment) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Brachioradialis, Teres Major, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Wide Pulldown
How to: Cable Lateral Pulldown (with rope attachment)
- Set up the cable machine with a rope attachment at the highest point.
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and grip the rope with both hands.
- Pull the rope down towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the bottom of the movement.
- Slowly return to the starting position with control.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of controlled strength.
- Not fully extending arms on the upward motion.
- Hunching shoulders instead of keeping them down.
Modifications
- Perform with a lighter weight.
- Use a resistance band for less resistance.
Tips
- Engage your core while pulling the cable down.
- Ensure to keep your elbows close to your body.
- Control the motion on the way up to maximize muscle engagement.
Cable Lateral Pulldown (with rope attachment) Alternatives
Tags
cable
back
strength
latissimus dorsi
upper body
pull