Straight-arm Pull-down
Muscle Groups: Lats
Straight-arm Pull-down focuses on Lats, with Chest, Abs, Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Straight-arm Pull-down with proper form and technique.
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Stand facing a cable machine with a rope attachment set to a high pulley.
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Grasp the rope with a neutral, close grip, keeping your arms extended forward and slightly above shoulder height.
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Keeping your arms straight, pull the rope down towards your hips by engaging your lats.
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Slowly control the rope back to the starting position, allowing your arms to extend forward and slightly above shoulder height.
Secondary Muscles
While Straight-arm Pull-down primarily targets Lats , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Chest, Abs, Forearm . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Straight-arm Pull-down, 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.
