Cable straight arm pulldown (V2)
Expert Advice
Focus on keeping your arms straight and using your lats to pull the weight down, rather than relying on your biceps or momentum.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand facing a cable machine with the pulley set above head height.
- Grab the bar or rope attachment with both hands, arms fully extended.
- Keeping your arms straight, pull the bar down to your thighs, engaging your lats.
- Slowly return the bar to the starting position, maintaining tension on the lats.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable straight arm pulldown (V2) primarily targets the Lats, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Lats40%
Secondary
Shoulders20%
Traps20%
Chest20%
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 (V2) work?
Cable straight arm pulldown (V2) primarily targets the Lats. Secondary muscles involved include Shoulders, Traps, Chest. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable straight arm pulldown (V2)?
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 (V2) suitable for beginners?
Cable straight arm pulldown (V2) 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.
