Cable One Arm Pulldown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Posterior, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Single Arm Lat Pulldown
How to: Cable One Arm Pulldown
- Adjust the cable pulley to a high setting and attach a single handle.
- Stand facing the machine, grasp the handle with one hand.
- With your feet shoulder-width apart, pull the handle down towards your shoulder.
- Ensure to keep your torso upright and engage your core throughout the motion.
- Slowly return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of reps.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling with the arms instead of the back.
- Using too much weight and sacrificing form.
- Not fully extending the arm during the movement.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated for added support.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain stability.
- Focus on squeezing the lat muscles at the bottom of the movement.
- Avoid leaning too far backward while pulling down.
Cable One Arm Pulldown Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
lat pulldown
cable
upper body
muscle building