Cable Straight Arm Pulldown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Triceps Brachii, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Pulldown with Straight Arms
How to: Cable Straight Arm Pulldown
- Stand facing the cable machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Attach a straight bar to the cable and grasp it with both hands.
- Pull the bar down in front of your body with straight arms until it reaches your thighs.
- Pause for a moment, then slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward or backward.
- Not fully extending arms at the top.
- Pulling too hard with your arms instead of engaging the lats.
Modifications
- Reduce weight for those with shoulder limitations.
- Perform exercise seated or on a stability ball for added support.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on slow, controlled movements.
- Ensure a full range of motion to maximize muscle engagement.
Cable Straight Arm Pulldown Alternatives
Tags
back
latissimus dorsi
cable exercise
strength training
upper body
exercise