Cable Straight Arm Pulldown
Expert Advice
Avoid bending your elbows to ensure that the lats are fully engaged and the focus is not shifted to the triceps.
How-to-do Steps
- Attach a bar to a high pulley cable and select the weight.
- Stand facing the cable machine, feet shoulder-width apart, and grasp the bar with an overhand grip.
- Keeping your arms straight, pull the bar down to your thighs by contracting your lats.
- Slowly return to the starting position while maintaining tension in your lats.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Straight Arm Pulldown primarily targets the Lats, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Lats70%
Secondary
Shoulders20%
Triceps10%
Equipment
Cable
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Straight Arm Pulldown work?
Cable Straight Arm Pulldown primarily targets the Lats. Secondary muscles involved include Shoulders, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Straight Arm Pulldown?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Straight Arm Pulldown suitable for beginners?
Cable Straight Arm Pulldown is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
