Standing Cable Pull-over

Muscle Groups: Lats, Triceps

Standing Cable Pull-over focuses on Lats, Triceps, with Abs, Chest, Shoulders, Traps working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Standing Cable Pull-over with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Stand and face an adjustable cable machine with a straight-bar attachment positioned on the high setting. Grab the bar with an overhand grip, your hands shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Keeping your arms straight, pull the bar down in an arc while squeezing your shoulder blades together and keeping your core tight. When the bar reaches your thighs, pause and then return to the start position.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Standing Cable Pull-over safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your chest up and shoulders back throughout the exercise.

Secondary Muscles

While Standing Cable Pull-over primarily targets Lats, Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Chest, Shoulders, Traps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.

Related Exercises

If you enjoyed Standing Cable Pull-over, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Standing Cable Pull-over, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.

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