Single Arm Side Straight Arm Lat Pulldown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Brachioradialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Single Arm Lat Pulldown
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Single Arm Side Straight Arm Lat Pulldown
- Stand sideways to the cable machine with the handle attached at the top.
- With one hand, grasp the handle with your palm facing down.
- Pull the handle down towards your hip while keeping your elbow close to your body.
- Pause briefly at the bottom then slowly return the handle to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight can compromise form.
- Letting the cable snap back instead of controlling the release.
- Not fully extending the arm at the top of the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated if standing is difficult.
- Use a lighter weight to focus on form.
Tips
- Engage your core to stabilize your body.
- Keep your shoulder down while pulling the cable.
- Control the movement both while pulling and releasing to avoid injuries.
Single Arm Side Straight Arm Lat Pulldown Alternatives
Tags
lat pulldown
back
strength
cable exercise
muscle building
upper body
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