Rope Straight-Arm Pulldown

Target your lats with this dynamic cable exercise.

This cable variation isolates your lats using a straight-arm motion, ideal for refining pulling power.

Instructions

  1. Attach a rope to a high pulley and take a staggered stance.
  2. Lean forward slightly with your arms extended in front of you.
  3. Pull the rope down toward your thighs, keeping your arms straight.
  4. Squeeze your lats at the bottom, then return to the start.
  5. Avoid using momentum or bending your elbows.

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