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Cable Pushdown (straight Arm) V. 2

Beginner
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How to Do It

  1. Attach a straight bar to a high pulley cable machine.
  2. Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart and a slight bend in your knees.
  3. Grasp the bar with an overhand grip, keeping your arms straight and your palms facing down.
  4. Engage your core and keep your back straight as you exhale and push the bar down towards your thighs.
  5. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then slowly return the bar to the starting position while inhaling.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Body Part

Back

Equipment

Cable

Muscles Worked

PrimaryLats
Secondary
TricepsShoulders