Cable Lying Face Pull Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Posterior
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Posterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Lateral, Trapezius
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.2
- Alternate Names
- Face Pull with Cable
How to: Cable Lying Face Pull
- Set the cable pulley at face height with a rope attachment.
- Lie down on your back, gripping the rope with both hands.
- Pull the rope towards your face, separating your hands as you pull.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the peak of the movement.
- Slowly return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling too much with the arms instead of using the shoulder muscles.
- Rotating the shoulders forward instead of keeping them retracting.
- Not controlling the resistance on the return.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated for better stability.
Tips
- Keep your shoulders down and away from your ears during the pull.
- Engage your core to maintain stability.
- Control the movement both when pulling and releasing.
Cable Lying Face Pull Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
face pull
strength
cable
deltoid
upper body