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cable straight arm pulldown
cable straight arm pulldown is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Attach a straight bar to the high pulley of a cable machine.
Step 2. Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Step 3. Grasp the bar with an overhand grip, keeping your arms straight and your palms facing down.
Step 4. Engage your lats and pull the bar down towards your thighs, keeping your arms straight throughout the movement.
Step 5. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then slowly return the bar to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
lats
Secondary muscles
shouldersbiceps
Primary body parts
back
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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