Straight-arm cable pulldown
An exercise for the back. Equipment: cable machine. Below are the animation, step-by-step technique and tips.
Muscles
Equipment
How to do it
- Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the bar with an overhand grip and arms straight overhead.
- Lean forward, move your hips back and bend your knees slightly.
- Pull the bar down towards your knees without folding your arms.
- Return to the initial position and repeat.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid hunching.
- Don’t use your body weight while pulling the bar.
- Maintain a smooth breathing pattern.
