The Cable Straight Arm Pulldown is an exercise that mainly targets the lats, but also engages the shoulders, triceps, and upper back muscles. This variation of the exercise uses a rope attachment instead of a straight bar, allowing for a greater range of motion and targeting the muscles in a slightly different way.
How to perform
To perform the Cable Straight Arm Pulldown (With Rope) exercise, follow these step-by-step instructions:1. Start by setting the cable pulley machine to a high position and attaching a rope handle to the cable.
2. Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart and a slight bend in your knees.
3. Grab the rope handle with both hands, palms facing each other, and extend your arms straight out in front of you at shoulder height.
4. Keep your core engaged and maintain a slight bend in your elbows throughout the exercise.
5. Inhale and slowly pull the rope down towards your thighs, keeping your arms straight and fully extended.
6. Focus on contracting your lats as you bring the rope down, and squeeze your shoulder blades together at the bottom of the movement.
7. Exhale as you slowly release the tension on the cable and allow your arms to return to the starting position.
8. Repeat for the desired number of reps.
9. Make sure to control the movement throughout and avoid using momentum to complete the exercise.
10. To increase the intensity of the exercise, you can adjust the weight on the cable machine or perform a drop set by reducing the weight after each set.
Overall, the Cable Straight Arm Pulldown (With Rope) is a great exercise for targeting and strengthening the muscles of the upper back and shoulders.
Equipment required
Cable
Cable equipment consists of adjustable pulleys attached to weight stacks that allow for resistance training. This equipment is commonly used for strength training exercises that target various muscle groups in the body, such as chest, back, arms, and legs. Cable equipment provides a versatile and functional way to perform exercises that mimic real-life movements, improving muscle endurance, stability, and coordination.