Cable Straight Arm Pulldown (with rope) 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
- Straight Arm Pulldown, Cable Pulldown
How to: Cable Straight Arm Pulldown (with rope)
- Set the cable machine to a high position and attach a rope handle.
- Stand facing the machine and grasp the rope with both hands.
- With your arms straight, pull the rope down by taking your shoulders back and down.
- Pause briefly at the bottom of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of controlled movements.
- Not fully extending the arms at the top of the movement.
- Hunching the shoulders instead of keeping them relaxed.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with lighter resistance if you're experiencing discomfort.
- Consider using a band instead of a cable for a lower resistance option.
Tips
- Start with lighter weights to master the form before increasing the load.
- Keep your core engaged during the movement to enhance stability.
- Maintain a straight back and avoid leaning backward.
Cable Straight Arm Pulldown (with rope) Alternatives
Tags
back
latissimus dorsi
cable exercise
strength
shoulder
triceps