Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown

A compound pulling exercise performed on a cable machine using a straight bar attachment. Sit upright with your thighs secured and pull the bar down toward your upper chest by driving your elbows downward while keeping your chest lifted. Focus on engaging your back muscles rather than your arms, then slowly return the bar overhead with control. This movement is highly effective for building upper-back width, improving posture, and increasing pulling strength.

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